tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81766878401306098552016-11-29T07:14:05.627-05:00The Remodeled Lifehome, family and faith blog all about diy and simplifying lifeThe Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.comBlogger343125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-82339968815709880942016-11-16T09:26:00.000-05:002016-11-16T09:26:04.721-05:00One Table - 4 Ways (For Thanksgiving) <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I thought it would be fun to look back and do a little take on one table - four ways for Thanksgiving. &nbsp;Each Table arrangement and decor is all created with things I already owned or found hunting around my house and yard! &nbsp;You can create simple and pretty table arrangements by using a little creativity.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OAXCqeLeYrg/WCvUymABc6I/AAAAAAAAHrI/eucGnKnrSfQEnBtHXmlU_CiboyC1jtyRACLcB/s1600/4%2Bdifferent%2Bways%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2Ba%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OAXCqeLeYrg/WCvUymABc6I/AAAAAAAAHrI/eucGnKnrSfQEnBtHXmlU_CiboyC1jtyRACLcB/s1600/4%2Bdifferent%2Bways%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2Ba%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Table number one was created using a piece of cut plaid fabric I had on hand, gathering a few fall items I owned and creating a super simple table arrangement with items I literally picked from my yard. &nbsp;Branches, leaves and Twigs make a really pretty Thanksgiving table arrangement.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s2CfBCARpsA/WCvUpcj4bVI/AAAAAAAAHq4/mJM9lByUJY4-0LOdJfLh--9zkPdJfpHxwCLcB/s1600/simple%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable%2Bidea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s2CfBCARpsA/WCvUpcj4bVI/AAAAAAAAHq4/mJM9lByUJY4-0LOdJfLh--9zkPdJfpHxwCLcB/s1600/simple%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable%2Bidea.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Next is the most recent Fall Table we have had; once again using clippings from the yard to create a table arrangement. &nbsp;Using a white vase really helps make the colors pop and to dress it up a ton. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JcyL59CwtE8/WCvUqbAOaHI/AAAAAAAAHrE/QSrdHxEDDj8Mcq6I0JrYVi-jr9eC18s3wCEw/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bfloral%2Barrangement%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JcyL59CwtE8/WCvUqbAOaHI/AAAAAAAAHrE/QSrdHxEDDj8Mcq6I0JrYVi-jr9eC18s3wCEw/s640/easy%2Bfall%2Bfloral%2Barrangement%2Bideas.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Not only do we have a plethora of branches, leaves and sticks to make arrangements with - we also have a pecan tree. &nbsp;So, why not use it. &nbsp;I love filling jars with things like pecans and acorns for fall. &nbsp;A simple burlap runner, a bowl of fresh cranberries and a few lighted twigs I owned finished it out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ubQJyGxBpIU/WCvUp6D5kZI/AAAAAAAAHrA/D9aGMUHpyf8RR7xYctR-qp1ct8XKk7wYACLcB/s1600/thanksgiving%2Blast%2Bminute%2Btable.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ubQJyGxBpIU/WCvUp6D5kZI/AAAAAAAAHrA/D9aGMUHpyf8RR7xYctR-qp1ct8XKk7wYACLcB/s1600/thanksgiving%2Blast%2Bminute%2Btable.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And ,the most simple arrangement of all, a mason jar over flowing with flowers from the garden. &nbsp;If you just can't seem to find anything in your yard to work then check out the grocery store selection. &nbsp;There are some really great flowers to be found there. &nbsp;Trimming the ends to fit your vase is crucial for making those florals work.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cDADlNeNZRk/WCvUpgUjbkI/AAAAAAAAHq8/P-m4Chv0v2Q1aFsQmDCQFrToDwrjqD9HACLcB/s1600/early%2Bfall%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cDADlNeNZRk/WCvUpgUjbkI/AAAAAAAAHq8/P-m4Chv0v2Q1aFsQmDCQFrToDwrjqD9HACLcB/s1600/early%2Bfall%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You guys, we have just a few days left to cherish and enjoy these fall colors and pretty Autumn decor. &nbsp;I'm squeezing in every last second until Christmas takes over our house...that's not to say the Christmas music hasn't already made an appearance (can't help it, I love it so much). &nbsp;</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-72784821321777581132016-11-15T10:10:00.000-05:002016-11-15T10:10:35.002-05:00DIY Hanging Wall Art<div style="text-align: center;">I have probably the most simple of all projects to share with you today...so simple it probably shouldn't even count as a blog post. &nbsp;But - I put it together, its in my house and anyone can do it so that justifies it in my mind. &nbsp;If you are struggling with what exactly to hang on your walls maybe this easy project will give you a little wall inspiration. &nbsp;You can change it up to suit your style! &nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">Also, keep scrolling to the bottom to check out a great way to help support a sweet family. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dsu7q5L4vQ4/WCqHHHdZcmI/AAAAAAAAHqc/gjozartjgVQJmjfsbpWu4koGPYMBnjaQwCLcB/s1600/diy%2Bwall%2Bart%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dsu7q5L4vQ4/WCqHHHdZcmI/AAAAAAAAHqc/gjozartjgVQJmjfsbpWu4koGPYMBnjaQwCLcB/s640/diy%2Bwall%2Bart%2Bideas.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So this project is for those of you who may have a big blank wall and are wondering what to put on it or for that person who has run into a cool poster, map or pretty paper that you want to do something with but haven't figured out what yet. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is what you will need to make a quick and easy piece of wall art -&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. &nbsp;Poster, Map or Pretty Craft Paper</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Two Dowel Rods</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. A hand Saw</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. Hot Glue Gun</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Twine/Scissors</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-daKu3ldsavU/WCqHjeKKVfI/AAAAAAAAHqg/tRhzZ3z8Q2c1f0bPHdyO8VePR0mq_I3LgCLcB/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Bhanging%2Bposter%2Bart%2Beasy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-daKu3ldsavU/WCqHjeKKVfI/AAAAAAAAHqg/tRhzZ3z8Q2c1f0bPHdyO8VePR0mq_I3LgCLcB/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Bhanging%2Bposter%2Bart%2Beasy.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The hardest part of this project is sawing the wooden dowel rods. &nbsp;I found my wooden dowel rods in the hardware store near the lumber section, you can also find them at a craft store like Michael's or AC Moore. &nbsp;First step to do -simply measure your poster and determine the length you want your rods to be and then measure and saw until you have two dowel rods of equal length.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G97PWyQPqSo/WCqHHVlDuAI/AAAAAAAAHqY/xA3tWEVbug0259M2X77eDIyq6ToSC-SAACLcB/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Beasy%2Bdiy%2Bart%2Bfor%2Byour%2Bwalls.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G97PWyQPqSo/WCqHHVlDuAI/AAAAAAAAHqY/xA3tWEVbug0259M2X77eDIyq6ToSC-SAACLcB/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Beasy%2Bdiy%2Bart%2Bfor%2Byour%2Bwalls.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Next, hot glue your poster onto the rods - just a little glue at the edge works. &nbsp;Make sure not to glue the whole length and then try and apply the dowel rod - the glue will dry too fast and you will have a mess. &nbsp;Just a little bit at a time as you work down the poster. &nbsp;After you get the poster glued to the two rods then you can cut your twine and glue it as well around your rod at the top. &nbsp;I just simply wrapped the twine around the edges until I reached the desired length and glued as I went. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And my friends - that was it. &nbsp;Simple and super cute!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_OB11aIjujw/WCqHHJgWoiI/AAAAAAAAHqU/7IsXsV88V6MSDZ6L34VxrjWlNc6X1jXKwCLcB/s1600/diy%2Bhanging%2Bposter%2Bart%2Bhow%2Bto.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_OB11aIjujw/WCqHHJgWoiI/AAAAAAAAHqU/7IsXsV88V6MSDZ6L34VxrjWlNc6X1jXKwCLcB/s1600/diy%2Bhanging%2Bposter%2Bart%2Bhow%2Bto.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I actually have two of these now in my house - this one in the bedroom and one of a map in our kitchen. &nbsp;I love how colorful they both are and how its something a little different than just a framed poster. &nbsp;This would also be a great project to create something simple and inexpensive for your Christmas decor. &nbsp;It could be larger like a poster, or smaller like a print.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-d3bYU-ttMFw/WCqHjb2sL-I/AAAAAAAAHqk/Ih8y3JyvSQYUFcHHbqRe2oEqsRpbI1PWgCLcB/s1600/small%2Bbedroom%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-d3bYU-ttMFw/WCqHjb2sL-I/AAAAAAAAHqk/Ih8y3JyvSQYUFcHHbqRe2oEqsRpbI1PWgCLcB/s1600/small%2Bbedroom%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay for easy projects! &nbsp;I see a new Christmas one in my near future. &nbsp;</div><br />Thanks so much for joining me today! &nbsp;I wanted to share with you an easy way to support a a great family. &nbsp;The Gullett family is hosting an online auction to help raise support for their adoption. They have a ton of great items to bid on...you can even find a few pieces of my handmade jewelry :). Go check out their auction site <a href="https://www.32auctions.com/gullettfamilyauction" target="_blank">here</a>. The date is extended to this Thursday! <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; border: 0px;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-34219734929313944442016-11-07T10:23:00.000-05:002016-11-07T10:23:27.623-05:00Fall House Tour : Using What You Have<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Do you sometimes feel like after Halloween is over everything just speeds towards Christmas? &nbsp;The day after Halloween the stores are already converted over to showcase all of the new Christmas decor...which I'm not necessarily complaining about because I love everything Christmas, but I feel as though we are missing that time between. &nbsp;Is it Christmas season? Is it fall?...I feel confused sometimes. &nbsp;Around here we really don't move over to Christmas until after Thanksgiving - just seems right. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So after a little hiatus from the blog I feel like it is as good of a time as any to come back and start again. &nbsp;New beginnings are always a good thing. &nbsp;Today I thought I'd share our current house status - which happens to be full of fall goodness. &nbsp;Maybe you are needing some Thanksgiving inspiration or maybe some Fall ideas for next year or just need a break from the craziness of political season :) - whatever the case for joining me today, welcome and thank you!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dkeh3vUqEu8/WCCRWZuVTcI/AAAAAAAAHpY/MQR_hVlAKX8zK7KfHIHEA61WBk94Qu3jACLcB/s1600/farmhouse%2Bstyle%2Bon%2Ba%2Bbudget%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dkeh3vUqEu8/WCCRWZuVTcI/AAAAAAAAHpY/MQR_hVlAKX8zK7KfHIHEA61WBk94Qu3jACLcB/s1600/farmhouse%2Bstyle%2Bon%2Ba%2Bbudget%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For fall I really love bringing the outdoors in and taking a cue from what is already available to me from our own yard. &nbsp;I went out and snipped <strike>a few </strike>a lot of yard clippings to come up with a simple but very "fall" arrangement for out table. &nbsp;I love it so much. &nbsp;Also, white pumpkins are the best. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hOpp8YWHdd0/WCCRWjqpVNI/AAAAAAAAHpg/o5MW8Id3_kAvsRBA_J3V7a2zBIh4Lbe6QCLcB/s1600/farmhouse%2Bthanksgiving%2Bdecor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hOpp8YWHdd0/WCCRWjqpVNI/AAAAAAAAHpg/o5MW8Id3_kAvsRBA_J3V7a2zBIh4Lbe6QCLcB/s1600/farmhouse%2Bthanksgiving%2Bdecor.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You don't have spend money or be a florist to come up with a pretty arrangement for your house. &nbsp;I love it when arrangements have a "loose" feeling about them anyway. &nbsp;Try it out this week! &nbsp;Have some fun gathering a little nature and making it into something beautiful for your home. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RMzRN5TkYFU/WCCRWWT4pyI/AAAAAAAAHpU/7ondWbr8r0QPDETDnNH1PxlHHJ6JXhgEACLcB/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bfloral%2Barrangement%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RMzRN5TkYFU/WCCRWWT4pyI/AAAAAAAAHpU/7ondWbr8r0QPDETDnNH1PxlHHJ6JXhgEACLcB/s640/easy%2Bfall%2Bfloral%2Barrangement%2Bideas.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QTIbfH0wFqw/WCCRW4BlNBI/AAAAAAAAHpw/3UWdSmCbuAYzlYFKUwgRzJnwgZ26fk4HQCLcB/s1600/late%2Bfall%2Bdecorating%2Busing%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Balready%2Bhave.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QTIbfH0wFqw/WCCRW4BlNBI/AAAAAAAAHpw/3UWdSmCbuAYzlYFKUwgRzJnwgZ26fk4HQCLcB/s1600/late%2Bfall%2Bdecorating%2Busing%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Balready%2Bhave.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our sweet son also added some fall touches by drawing a fall mural for us on the Chalkboard door. &nbsp;I love his artwork and I love that things don't have to be perfect to be enjoyed in your home. &nbsp;I also kept trimming branches and things and added them all over the place in our house. &nbsp;Little stems of leaves here and there.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fnuZroUo4XY/WCCRW4kXHQI/AAAAAAAAHp0/mg02SC5H46cgJ5rDFu9ssOB6JA5OMQ9YQCLcB/s1600/november%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fnuZroUo4XY/WCCRW4kXHQI/AAAAAAAAHp0/mg02SC5H46cgJ5rDFu9ssOB6JA5OMQ9YQCLcB/s1600/november%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Little pumpkins are also everywhere right now in our house and I let Silas find places for most. &nbsp;I love the spots he chose.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rvmTypMewME/WCCRXOLZAsI/AAAAAAAAHp8/mZt0m46uhbA1pmC1jsbGMFQy4l-H-EYHgCLcB/s1600/simple%2Bfall%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rvmTypMewME/WCCRXOLZAsI/AAAAAAAAHp8/mZt0m46uhbA1pmC1jsbGMFQy4l-H-EYHgCLcB/s1600/simple%2Bfall%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is an angle of our house I feel like has never really been shown on the blog. &nbsp;One of the things that sold us on this house when we bought it was the fact that our living room and kitchen were all one open space. &nbsp;For a smaller house, that is huge. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fd4CgTNDGbk/WCCRWJl6LOI/AAAAAAAAHpQ/mdUesqL9h7Mlv0hCYkVGaNY6uKhM6RgegCLcB/s1600/decorating%2Ba%2Bsmall%2Bhouse.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fd4CgTNDGbk/WCCRWJl6LOI/AAAAAAAAHpQ/mdUesqL9h7Mlv0hCYkVGaNY6uKhM6RgegCLcB/s1600/decorating%2Ba%2Bsmall%2Bhouse.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I debated whether or not I wanted to use this wreath I made a couple of years ago in here for our fall decor because I was afraid it was too bold. I actually have really loved it and it brightens up this little spot for me. This is a super easy craft to make using leftover scarps and a fabric hoop. &nbsp;<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/04/simple-spring-wreath-tutorial.html" target="_blank">I have a simple tutorial on how to make one</a>, I use them for every season!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Also, I think people struggle with decorating shelves for some reason. Its always a good idea to start with odd numbers of things - it just always looks better. &nbsp;Search around your house and try different things together. &nbsp;It took me trying out a few variations until I landed on what I liked. &nbsp;Here I used a christmas star tree topper that I maybe would have reserved just for christmas but I love it here. &nbsp;I also reused a copper candle votive as a little vase for my clippings. &nbsp;So trying using things you already have in a different way, it works!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ECTguCdfIzo/WCCRWWl9RXI/AAAAAAAAHpc/MwRTqzorjw4rhwZyvkTTtZG8HB40P6N8wCLcB/s1600/farmhouse%2Bfall%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ECTguCdfIzo/WCCRWWl9RXI/AAAAAAAAHpc/MwRTqzorjw4rhwZyvkTTtZG8HB40P6N8wCLcB/s1600/farmhouse%2Bfall%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I can never grow tired of chalkboards. &nbsp;I will use them and enjoy them in every room for every occasion.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4fX_r6xvJzE/WCCRWjO4KiI/AAAAAAAAHpk/HlQNEylFEU4rKCDVimMlDxFPLorJsHjFgCLcB/s1600/fixer%2Bupper%2Bstyle%2Bdecorating%2B%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4fX_r6xvJzE/WCCRWjO4KiI/AAAAAAAAHpk/HlQNEylFEU4rKCDVimMlDxFPLorJsHjFgCLcB/s1600/fixer%2Bupper%2Bstyle%2Bdecorating%2B%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is probably the coolest pumpkin I have ever seen, I wish I could keep it forever.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1yV-wbdaKXI/WCCRWLPH8TI/AAAAAAAAHpM/Gs80iq_xdjoyADN8D9cuzduDCF2HvgsFACLcB/s1600/decorating%2Bwith%2Bpumpkins%2Bfarmhouse%2Bdecor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1yV-wbdaKXI/WCCRWLPH8TI/AAAAAAAAHpM/Gs80iq_xdjoyADN8D9cuzduDCF2HvgsFACLcB/s1600/decorating%2Bwith%2Bpumpkins%2Bfarmhouse%2Bdecor.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love a little collection of items. &nbsp;You don't have to go big all of the time when decorating. &nbsp;Sometimes just gathering a few of your favorite things together works.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z2-VOfC8Fzg/WCCRW2h2dAI/AAAAAAAAHp4/_hyRAOMZvdEg8_7TWg-E-WRXcreIHWHwACLcB/s1600/rustic%2Bfarmhouse%2Bfall%2Bdecorating-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z2-VOfC8Fzg/WCCRW2h2dAI/AAAAAAAAHp4/_hyRAOMZvdEg8_7TWg-E-WRXcreIHWHwACLcB/s1600/rustic%2Bfarmhouse%2Bfall%2Bdecorating-2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A little while ago I finally hung some things on the wall and it came together as a little gallery wall around our tv. &nbsp;I have added things, taken things away and changed things out as seasons come and go. &nbsp;I love this deer/antler print I recently found at Target for $8 - so much so I may never take it down. Oh, and here's my little tutorial on <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/05/framed-instagram-photo-collage.html" target="_blank">how to make a framed instagram collage</a>.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VUlNDlhwqD8/WCCRWuYsDqI/AAAAAAAAHpo/VK7xxbnQ2y8a0ABnwjCvIp1NP_SmJpjsACLcB/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2Baround%2Ba%2Btv%2B.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VUlNDlhwqD8/WCCRWuYsDqI/AAAAAAAAHpo/VK7xxbnQ2y8a0ABnwjCvIp1NP_SmJpjsACLcB/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2Baround%2Ba%2Btv%2B.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When it comes to seasonal decorating I love using what I already have, repurposing items to work or adding in a little nature to bring it all together. &nbsp;If you are looking for some more inspiration for decorating for thanksgiving on a budget you can check out my <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/last-minute-thanksgiving-ideas.html" target="_blank">simple Thanksgiving Table Ideas</a>,<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/11/simple-fall-table-decor-use-what-you.html" target="_blank"> Ideas for Using What You Already Have</a>, <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/giving-thanks-making-thankful-jar.html" target="_blank">Making a Thankful Jar&nbsp;</a>and <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/12/diy-boxwood-square-wreath.html" target="_blank">DIY Boxwood Wreath</a>.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7KfQ1dpGo6c/WCCRXME1_UI/AAAAAAAAHqA/tJdjJx9WUvQEU186etsmq4RbBIujKCrsgCLcB/s1600/tips%2Bfor%2Bhow%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2Bwith%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Balready%2Bhave.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7KfQ1dpGo6c/WCCRXME1_UI/AAAAAAAAHqA/tJdjJx9WUvQEU186etsmq4RbBIujKCrsgCLcB/s640/tips%2Bfor%2Bhow%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2Bwith%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Balready%2Bhave.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for joining me today! &nbsp;It feels good to be back!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-85061966325886815352016-04-28T10:24:00.001-04:002016-04-28T10:24:57.459-04:00A Backyard Camp Birthday Party: DIY Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Back in October our sweet son turned 5 - I'm still trying to process that. Just like we have done over the past several years we had a little DIY party for him. &nbsp;This year he chose the theme - he wanted a backyard campsite, a fire with marshmallows and a tent. &nbsp;That sounded super fun to us so we went with it and came up with several easy and fun DIY projects for the day! &nbsp;Here is a little recap and some ideas for hosting your own backyard campsite party (or any diy party)...Welcome to Camp Silas!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ETq3JDmqcmQ/VjjeaP69uKI/AAAAAAAAHI0/iENMxSKyHXI/s1600/outdoors%2Bcamp%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ETq3JDmqcmQ/VjjeaP69uKI/AAAAAAAAHI0/iENMxSKyHXI/s1600/outdoors%2Bcamp%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For his parties I try and make several things, reuse other party items and purchase just a few new ones. &nbsp;The DIY elements included some wood slices, a few chalkboard items, his pallet board campsite sign and a rustic tent.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HmmcdgAorPg/VjjeYzUwsMI/AAAAAAAAHIU/dOYfwfNBDRU/s1600/backyard%2Bcamp%2Bparty%2Bset%2Bup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HmmcdgAorPg/VjjeYzUwsMI/AAAAAAAAHIU/dOYfwfNBDRU/s1600/backyard%2Bcamp%2Bparty%2Bset%2Bup.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Since I was making a lot of things for his party and reusing a bunch of things (like the striped banner and little crepe lanterns) I didn't mind splurging a little on this deer. &nbsp;Now that I'm thinking about this, besides the food and paper products I didn't spend anything on decorations besides this deer. &nbsp; I stalked it at Target for a while until it went on sale and now that the party is over it has found a permanent place in our spare room - so I felt ok with it. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v9vXxpKfXY4/VjjeY8763kI/AAAAAAAAHIQ/0MkwBd1CUPY/s1600/backyard%2Bcamp%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v9vXxpKfXY4/VjjeY8763kI/AAAAAAAAHIQ/0MkwBd1CUPY/s1600/backyard%2Bcamp%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This was just a simple painted pallet board sign we made - so easy but so cute! &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JZNqScfk4kI/VjjgatjTa1I/AAAAAAAAHJs/wxk-so3zljo/s1600/rustic%2Bbirthday%2Bparty%2Bfor%2Bkids.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JZNqScfk4kI/VjjgatjTa1I/AAAAAAAAHJs/wxk-so3zljo/s1600/rustic%2Bbirthday%2Bparty%2Bfor%2Bkids.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The red buffalo check table covering is just a blanket I already had. &nbsp;This was a last minute thought but I loved it. &nbsp;I just walked around the house looking for things that might work (this is pretty much what I do every time I do any sort of party planning). &nbsp;Always use what you already have first!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FUZ1SdkS47I/Vjjfve8TTSI/AAAAAAAAHJg/Yq2TqGxGU60/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bbackyard%2Bcamping%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FUZ1SdkS47I/Vjjfve8TTSI/AAAAAAAAHJg/Yq2TqGxGU60/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bbackyard%2Bcamping%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So probably our favorite thing was the simple tent Justin made. &nbsp;How precious did this turn out? &nbsp;Silas and Justin went on a hunt for the tree branches and he used a simple canvas painting tarp we already had. &nbsp;Justin secured the tent with some heavy duty rope/twine. &nbsp;I was not really involved in the making of the tent process so I really don't have a how-to for it. &nbsp;But it came together fairly easily.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yL6R_Cu79ig/VjjeanEfl3I/AAAAAAAAHJE/-0Y-fE5bD1s/s1600/simple%2Bdiy%2Boutdoor%2Btent%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bbirthday%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yL6R_Cu79ig/VjjeanEfl3I/AAAAAAAAHJE/-0Y-fE5bD1s/s1600/simple%2Bdiy%2Boutdoor%2Btent%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bbirthday%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qvw-mz6a1CA/VjjeZvvYGxI/AAAAAAAAHIw/S5DI1vNDZz0/s1600/kids%2Bcamping%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qvw-mz6a1CA/VjjeZvvYGxI/AAAAAAAAHIw/S5DI1vNDZz0/s1600/kids%2Bcamping%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The kids loved it and was a great place to play, eat and laugh together! &nbsp;We added a little lantern and a string of lights, oh and a little slice of wood turned chalkboard sign...such a fun spot!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-acxigzx4hBg/VjjeZbxQ5JI/AAAAAAAAHIc/8GLg0P0DQmY/s1600/diy%2Btent%2Bidea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-acxigzx4hBg/VjjeZbxQ5JI/AAAAAAAAHIc/8GLg0P0DQmY/s1600/diy%2Btent%2Bidea.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So we had lots of different food options but we did this fun little make your own trail mix station inside. &nbsp;I bought some blue paper bags and cut them almost in half for a cute little "grub" on the go snack. &nbsp;It was nothing fancy and as you can see I used a various selection of bowls and jars - it didn't have to match or be perfect. &nbsp;The kids loved choosing and making their trail mix (and the adults loved it too).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-miFfNQmJEqA/VjjeajFqazI/AAAAAAAAHJA/bSS5tLrsfw0/s1600/trail%2Bmix%2Bbar%2Bidea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-miFfNQmJEqA/VjjeajFqazI/AAAAAAAAHJA/bSS5tLrsfw0/s1600/trail%2Bmix%2Bbar%2Bidea.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">It was such a sweet and fun night celebrating Silas and as a family we had a blast planning and doing it together. &nbsp;Silas has already picked a theme for next year and we have been talking about different ideas we could come up with. &nbsp;Its so fun to get your kids involved and encouraging that creativity inside of them. &nbsp;Thanks for visiting today! &nbsp;If you are looking for more easy diy party ideas you can check out Silas' <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/more-party-details.html" target="_blank">dinosaur party,</a> <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2014/01/silas-is-33-months-ago.html" target="_blank">race car party</a> and <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/01/safari-party.html" target="_blank">safari party</a>! &nbsp; I also have some ideas for hosting a <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/05/diy-birthday-party-decorations.html" target="_blank">sweet 16 party</a>&nbsp;, a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/02/a-tween-pirate-birthday-party.html" target="_blank">"tweens" pirate party</a>&nbsp;and<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/10/see-you-soon-party-ideas.html" target="_blank"> global themed going away party</a>.&nbsp; Go grab some ideas!</div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-12520466513128110372016-01-21T10:15:00.000-05:002016-01-21T10:20:40.592-05:00Installing an Ikea Sink<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;Lately I have been sharing about our current diy kitchen remodel project in steps, from <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2016/01/installing-ikea-countertops-demo-prep.html" target="_blank">demo to prep work</a> to <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2016/01/installing-ikea-butcher-block-counters.html" target="_blank">installing ikea butcher block counters</a> and today I get to share about installing our farmhouse sink. &nbsp;You guys, this sink is the bomb.com - (and yes I was teenager in the 90s.) &nbsp;But seriously, I really can't say anything bad about it. &nbsp;If you are in the market for a farmhouse sink no doubt you have looked at this one - its the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S59093554/" target="_blank">domsjo sink from ikea</a>. &nbsp;By far it is the best priced farmhouse sink for its size out there. &nbsp;Its such a great deal that we had to wait on a list for months to get one. &nbsp;So know up front your closet ikea may not have one in stock if you just randomly show up. &nbsp;Call before you go! &nbsp;Now to be clear, we have currently been using this sink for about 2 weeks so I can't speak on longevity - but still I love it. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-x-r2jwgQx34/VphNUfeywuI/AAAAAAAAHd8/MEojFuq7J0Y/s1600/tips%2Bfor%2Binstalling%2Ban%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-x-r2jwgQx34/VphNUfeywuI/AAAAAAAAHd8/MEojFuq7J0Y/s1600/tips%2Bfor%2Binstalling%2Ban%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For a little background (if you are just joining in) we decided recently to upgrade the majority of our kitchen - pretty much everything has been replaced besides our cabinets. &nbsp;This made installing counters and this sink a little different since they are from ikea and made to install really easily into their own (ikea) cabinets. &nbsp;But it can easily be done and we are living proof. &nbsp;It just took a little extra work.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gaiuR4yzGzY/VphNTSkjQCI/AAAAAAAAHdc/PayQjnQ__sc/s1600/ikea%2Bdouble%2Bbowl%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gaiuR4yzGzY/VphNTSkjQCI/AAAAAAAAHdc/PayQjnQ__sc/s1600/ikea%2Bdouble%2Bbowl%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The fist steps in this process was back in our demo days which involved removing the old plumbing and <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2016/01/installing-ikea-countertops-demo-prep.html" target="_blank">cutting out the area in our cabinets</a> in which this sink was going to sit. &nbsp;Next, we <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2016/01/installing-ikea-butcher-block-counters.html" target="_blank">cut our counters to size and cut in the notches for the sink</a>. &nbsp;After that we secured our counters in place and we were ready for the sink to go in. &nbsp;So that brings us to the picture below - the mini beams.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vNSviXO4IcU/VphNUDkgkLI/AAAAAAAAHdw/RaUFka6IOWU/s1600/retrofitting%2Ban%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink%2Binto%2Bexisting%2Bcabinets.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vNSviXO4IcU/VphNUDkgkLI/AAAAAAAAHdw/RaUFka6IOWU/s1600/retrofitting%2Ban%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink%2Binto%2Bexisting%2Bcabinets.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This sink is massive and heavy - no exaggeration- and needs really good support. &nbsp;If you look at the instructions from ikea you can see that the cabinets you buy from ikea have this support already built in. &nbsp;To make it work for us, Justin built two "mini beams" (one for each side of the sink) under the cabinet for it to rest on and to be secured to. &nbsp;Honestly, this was the most complicated part of the whole process...besides maybe the plumbing portion..but this is all about the pretty stuff right now. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rWV_heQSZdw/VphNTvaO_pI/AAAAAAAAHdg/WCZpiOqrobQ/s1600/ikea%2Bkitchen%2Bremodel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rWV_heQSZdw/VphNTvaO_pI/AAAAAAAAHdg/WCZpiOqrobQ/s1600/ikea%2Bkitchen%2Bremodel.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After the sink was firmly in place the next thing we did was seal around it (not pictured). &nbsp;We used a caulk gun and some silicone based sealer around the edges of the sink. &nbsp;There are some great tutorials out there but basically we taped off the sink and counters with painters tape and ran the caulk down the crease, wiped with a damp cloth and removed the tape. &nbsp;I'm not going to lie I was pretty sure I was going to ruin the counters at this point but it all worked out. &nbsp;Just take my advice and have some damp cloths readily available.&nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fon4f-ZyMvc/VphNTj5qxJI/AAAAAAAAHdk/9Is9HXwpLs0/s1600/installing%2Ban%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fon4f-ZyMvc/VphNTj5qxJI/AAAAAAAAHdk/9Is9HXwpLs0/s1600/installing%2Ban%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">We still need to fix the bit underneath the sink - its on our immediate to do list. &nbsp;I'm also seriously considering painting the lower cabinets a darker gray...to be continued. &nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">But look how far this little kitchen has come! &nbsp;I just love this before and after.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qxQ5pkkscvg/VphNS0BCj7I/AAAAAAAAHdU/HH1XZgNNTek/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bbudget%2Bkitchen%2Bremodels.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qxQ5pkkscvg/VphNS0BCj7I/AAAAAAAAHdU/HH1XZgNNTek/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bbudget%2Bkitchen%2Bremodels.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cool thing is, we still have a few more things to do and it already looks a bajillion times better. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am a believer that a little goes a long way and patience pays off. &nbsp;We have slowly worked to get this thing to where we want it and have not broken the bank at all. &nbsp;Everything we have done has been within a small working budget. &nbsp;Remodeling a kitchen does not have to be the biggest deal ever and all those little things make a major difference. &nbsp;I'll share more soon about some of the little details!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-66123372567195876482016-01-18T10:19:00.000-05:002016-01-21T12:31:49.727-05:00Installing Ikea Butcher Block Counters<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm excited to continue sharing more of our little diy kitchen remodel today. &nbsp;Last week I shared about the <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2016/01/installing-ikea-countertops-demo-prep.html" target="_blank">demo and prep process</a> so today its getting into more of the fun stuff - installing the countertops! Since moving in to our home almost 5 years ago I have been researching different counter options. &nbsp;I went back and forth with the whole butcher block idea but ultimately decided it was a great choice for us. &nbsp;To keep the costs down we are not replacing our cabinets (just painted them) and we wanted to install the counters ourself - butcher block just made the right fit. &nbsp;Ikea has some great options and really great prices so we went with the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10301149/" target="_blank">karlby counters in walnut</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9af3Q7MgsI4/VphL3uzygCI/AAAAAAAAHcQ/8YnN4hpQbqo/s1600/butcher%2Bblock%2Bcountertops%2B.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9af3Q7MgsI4/VphL3uzygCI/AAAAAAAAHcQ/8YnN4hpQbqo/s1600/butcher%2Bblock%2Bcountertops%2B.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The installation process was pretty straightforward for us. &nbsp;We really just needed two cut pieces, plus the sink notches cut out (more on that later). &nbsp;To keep things even more super simple we also chose the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S59093554/" target="_blank">domjso farmhouse sink</a>. &nbsp;This sink sits on top of the counters so any cuts we made would be covered, kind of perfect for first time kitchen installers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-F-cY4d079P4/VphMFM5qLXI/AAAAAAAAHdA/HGq_mUj3s6w/s1600/cutting%2Bout%2Bcabinet%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-F-cY4d079P4/VphMFM5qLXI/AAAAAAAAHdA/HGq_mUj3s6w/s1600/cutting%2Bout%2Bcabinet%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">The countertops come in two sizes - we needed two of the larger size to make it work. &nbsp;So we measured our cabinet length and got ready to cut. &nbsp;I should say too that we also had the sink out and did a lot of measuring the sink and cabinet lengths - it is nerve racking to make a big cut on something you only have just enough of. &nbsp;So when we felt confident we went for it.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BiyQr-1nJVk/VphL36lwI-I/AAAAAAAAHcM/P9CifJZWkcA/s1600/diy%2Bbutcher%2Bblock%2Bcounters%2Binstall.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BiyQr-1nJVk/VphL36lwI-I/AAAAAAAAHcM/P9CifJZWkcA/s1600/diy%2Bbutcher%2Bblock%2Bcounters%2Binstall.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was a nasty weather week (so-much-rain) when we got into this so we had to do it all inside - this picture looks deceiving but we did have the countertop raised off the floor while Justin was cutting it (also pay no attention to the lack of safety going on here). &nbsp;After making the big cut the moment of truth had arrived and we nervously placed the countertop in and held our breath - thank goodness it was correct! &nbsp;We did another check on the level to make sure it was all coming together right.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qRs8Os5ClKE/VphL4kfM1fI/AAAAAAAAHcg/u0ePTXCCV8o/s1600/installing%2Bbutcher%2Bblock%2Bcounters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qRs8Os5ClKE/VphL4kfM1fI/AAAAAAAAHcg/u0ePTXCCV8o/s1600/installing%2Bbutcher%2Bblock%2Bcounters.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Once we had the length cut we had to cut in notches for our sink (it won't fit without these). &nbsp;So we measured the area (a billion times) and made the cut. &nbsp;Here again, the sink will sit on top so no need for an absolute perfect cut. &nbsp;We cut the notch on both sides and sat the sink in to make sure it was correct - not that there was any fixing anything at that point. &nbsp;Oh and just a little tip - you need to measure both notches - the sink we had was not perfect and the notches were both a little different. &nbsp;So don't do one and think you can just use that as a template for the other side. &nbsp;I don't know why but that would not have worked for us.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5q2ylxJkV30/VphL3l64URI/AAAAAAAAHcI/4cPe0bi2D0s/s1600/cutting%2Bout%2Ba%2Bnotch%2Bfor%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5q2ylxJkV30/VphL3l64URI/AAAAAAAAHcI/4cPe0bi2D0s/s1600/cutting%2Bout%2Ba%2Bnotch%2Bfor%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">It was actually fairly simple and only mildly stressful. &nbsp;We really had an easy set up to work with. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nF6kKDPEFMk/VphL4Zg_-sI/AAAAAAAAHcc/vOQoUp0z_x0/s1600/how%2Bto%2Binstall%2Bikea%2Bbutcher%2Bblock%2Bcounters%2Band%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nF6kKDPEFMk/VphL4Zg_-sI/AAAAAAAAHcc/vOQoUp0z_x0/s1600/how%2Bto%2Binstall%2Bikea%2Bbutcher%2Bblock%2Bcounters%2Band%2Bikea%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The final step in installation was fastening the cabinets underneath. &nbsp;It was just a few screws and bolts and now everything is in place and not going anywhere. &nbsp;I am so loving these counters. It fits the feel and look of our house so well. &nbsp;Counters = Complete!!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZIXvL8IaHek/VphL45x1ZuI/AAAAAAAAHco/ymsqDxXqR-k/s1600/intalling%2Bkarlby%2Bikea%2Bcountertops.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZIXvL8IaHek/VphL45x1ZuI/AAAAAAAAHco/ymsqDxXqR-k/s1600/intalling%2Bkarlby%2Bikea%2Bcountertops.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The next step of this diy process was our sink - and man, do I love it. &nbsp;I'll share with you tomorrow how we made it work in our existing cabinets! &nbsp;Have a great Monday!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a><br />Linking Up Here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.designertrapped.com/2016/01/diy-like-a-boss-link-party-3.html" target="_blank">DIY Like a Boss Link Party</a><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.livelaughrowe.com/"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z329/Kelly_Kuert-Rowe/Buttons/livelaughlinky_frame.png" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-90674651782699604262016-01-13T10:24:00.001-05:002016-01-13T10:24:24.919-05:00Installing Ikea Countertops: Demo & Prep Work<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm so excited to begin to share with you the fun things we have been up to in our kitchen! &nbsp;As I began to write this post I was prepared to write a full installation of the ikea countertops we purchased but- as I began editing things and thinking through this I realized that would have been the longest post ever. &nbsp;So I have decided to break down this whole process into several posts. &nbsp;Today is all about the demo and prep work we needed to do to even begin to think about the installation. &nbsp;Its not a glamorous post with beautiful before and afters but this is a big part of the diy process and something we spent an entire day doing so I hate to just skim over it. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Before we get into the nitty gritty I feel like I should say this -&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. We are by no means experts or professional kitchen remodelers. &nbsp;This was a total diy project and we learned as we went. &nbsp;But I'm hoping that through our process you can get inspiration and encouragement to tackle your own projects!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. &nbsp;Each house is really different (obviously) so what worked for us may not work for you. &nbsp;We have a tiny kitchen with not a lot of special corners or pieces so this was fairly straight forward. &nbsp;We do know that old houses can be a pain the the rear when it comes to getting things straight, level, etc so we feel your pain.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. &nbsp;Personally, I was not the brains behind this project - my wonderful husband was. &nbsp;I was there each step of the way but mostly to lift things, hold things in place, double check measurements, say yes or no to what I wanted (be bossy) etc. &nbsp;So as I'm typing this I will mostly likely leave something out or not know how to exactly explain each step. &nbsp;I will do my best in hopes that it helps you visualize what all may be needed for a diy kitchen project.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ok, so now you know where I'm coming from so lets get to this thing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZQePsIK1DrU/VpZkV22FrSI/AAAAAAAAHbc/O3DlVjIPZkE/s1600/demo%2Bfor%2Ban%2Bold%2Bkitchen%2Bfor%2Binstalling%2Bnew%2Bcountertops%2Band%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZQePsIK1DrU/VpZkV22FrSI/AAAAAAAAHbc/O3DlVjIPZkE/s1600/demo%2Bfor%2Ban%2Bold%2Bkitchen%2Bfor%2Binstalling%2Bnew%2Bcountertops%2Band%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">First thing: ripping stuff out - this is when things get real. &nbsp;This was actually a really exciting thing for us to do because after months of waiting we finally had some time to get started. &nbsp;Back up just a bit - we are prepping to install the<a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10301149/" target="_blank"> ikea karlby butcher black countertops</a> in walnut finish and the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S59093554/" target="_blank">domsjo farmhouse sink</a>. &nbsp;Here are the steps we took to get things out and prepped and ready:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. &nbsp;Remove all your mess from the cabinets - it will be everywhere and you won't have a clue where everything is but then you get to purge and organize everything when it goes back in!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Disconnect the plumbing (I'm not even going to pretend I know how to do this)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Remove the countertop - Our countertop was held in by a few screws/bolts underneath. &nbsp;It was actually really simple to locate them, unscrew and lift off.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. Check how level your cabinets are - (this is not really pictured) But we needed to see how level the base cabinets were before we started putting stuff back on. &nbsp;Ours was surprisingly level except for the very end cabinet - we were able to just use a wood shim under the countertop to get things level on that end.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Remove the faux cabinet pieces (they pretty much just popped out)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZhToFrMLxHA/VpZkVx4edII/AAAAAAAAHbg/nAxVob7nFz4/s1600/easy%2Bbacksplash%2Bfix%2Bfor%2Bold%2Bwallpaper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZhToFrMLxHA/VpZkVx4edII/AAAAAAAAHbg/nAxVob7nFz4/s1600/easy%2Bbacksplash%2Bfix%2Bfor%2Bold%2Bwallpaper.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After all of that was done we were left with a really crazy hodge lodge gross wall behind where the old countertop had been. &nbsp;Out next step is to install a tile backsplash but we were not going to get there during this portion of the project and I really didn't want this nasty wall in the meantime. &nbsp;So we set out to remove wallpaper, smooth out the wall and paint everything white.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9LYlw3rY58w/VpZkWOn8xNI/AAAAAAAAHbk/oN90V1dzpOc/s1600/painting%2Bover%2Bwallpaper%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bbacksplash%2Bdiy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9LYlw3rY58w/VpZkWOn8xNI/AAAAAAAAHbk/oN90V1dzpOc/s1600/painting%2Bover%2Bwallpaper%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bbacksplash%2Bdiy.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! Everything was all bright and clean and way more livable for the time being.</div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6B61PBQm4Yc/VpZkVnfQ1WI/AAAAAAAAHbY/4sp_8hnK5n4/s1600/cutting%2Bout%2Bcabinet%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6B61PBQm4Yc/VpZkVnfQ1WI/AAAAAAAAHbY/4sp_8hnK5n4/s1600/cutting%2Bout%2Bcabinet%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bfarmhouse%2Bsink.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The final step in this whole process was the cut out the portion of the cabinet where the sink was going to fit. &nbsp;We had already measured and knew this was going to be a good fit for the sink. &nbsp;We just simple cut out the portion where the faux drawers used to be. &nbsp;And with that we were ready to start the install process! &nbsp;Tomorrow I will start sharing more of the fun part when you actually get to see our new countertops looking all pretty and fancy. &nbsp;Can't wait!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-2308068921544329132016-01-12T10:18:00.000-05:002016-01-12T10:18:17.517-05:00Replacing the Range Hood<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You guys, we have been up to some crazy things over here. &nbsp;Our kitchen is getting more updates and we are closer to being completed with some of our kitchen goals than ever before. &nbsp;As I am sitting here typing this we have installed new countertops, a farmhouse sink (just a few little things to finish with this), new faucet - oh and a new range hood (hello, this post). Also, we are preparing to get started on a kitchen backsplash, building an extra cabinet and who knows what else. &nbsp;Why does the list keep extending? &nbsp;Mainly because we are really enjoying this kitchen remodel thing. &nbsp;This has been a slow process but I'm thankful for that because I've enjoyed each step and we really have a good grasp on the final goal now. &nbsp;Each step has been a labor of love and something we have enjoyed doing together. &nbsp;Everything we have done has been within a budget we have set and we have tackled each diy process and learned a ton. &nbsp;So stayed tuned for more kitchen posts/oversharing coming soon...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YjDkwCW_pnA/VpR4SIsM0lI/AAAAAAAAHas/OJI93S2jWwE/s1600/kitchen%2Bremodel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YjDkwCW_pnA/VpR4SIsM0lI/AAAAAAAAHas/OJI93S2jWwE/s1600/kitchen%2Bremodel.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ok, so rewind from the picture above - before we started ripping out countertops and sinks we removed and replaced our old range hood. &nbsp;Within the last year we were able to upgrade our appliances to stainless. &nbsp;We were super thankful when some close friends offered their range/oven to us (they were upgrading to gas) and that kind of started a trickle effect on each appliance upgrade. &nbsp;Our dishwasher was on its last leg so we set out for a new one. &nbsp;Another friend of ours is an appliance manager at a big box store and was able to help us get a great deal on some discontinued floor models. &nbsp;We pretty much were able to score all 3 appliances for less than the cost of a new fridge (crazy). &nbsp;My advice for upgrading appliances on a budget would be to check places like craiglist, buy/sell/trade and such. &nbsp;Also, we learned that discontinued floor model appliances are very negotiable. &nbsp;You never know what prices you might be able to score if you are willing to negotiate and look at something not brand spanking new. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VZBpPyRtj-w/VpR4SxZp3dI/AAAAAAAAHbA/z6Cevt29Mss/s1600/simple%2Bstove%2Bvent%2Breplacement.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VZBpPyRtj-w/VpR4SxZp3dI/AAAAAAAAHbA/z6Cevt29Mss/s1600/simple%2Bstove%2Bvent%2Breplacement.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So back to the range hood - this was actually a really easy upgrade. &nbsp;Removing it pretty much involved unscrewing it and disconnecting the wires. &nbsp;Also - please make sure and switch off the breaker when you are removing the hood since you will be disconnecting the old wiring and reconnecting the new wires. &nbsp;Before you buy your range hood take some measurements! &nbsp;Usually our house has weird pieced together oddly shaped things and I was really worried this would be the case- but thankfully it was really standard. &nbsp;But, I would measure just to make sure - standard has not always been the case for us (old house status).</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0E5Mdy1qVhQ/VpR4R3xHD9I/AAAAAAAAHao/w0BbyKZ0WCk/s1600/diy%2Bkitchen%2Bremodel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0E5Mdy1qVhQ/VpR4R3xHD9I/AAAAAAAAHao/w0BbyKZ0WCk/s1600/diy%2Bkitchen%2Bremodel.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The ultimate goal for this space behind the oven is to install a tile backsplash (that will run the whole length of the counters) so we went ahead and removed the old plastic piece that I guess was serving some sort of purpose. &nbsp;Of course it was gross behind there.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SZmazTdF-pA/VpR4SMnzoGI/AAAAAAAAHaw/2PM45B3z_78/s1600/easy%2Bupdates%2Bfor%2Byour%2Boutdated%2Bkitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SZmazTdF-pA/VpR4SMnzoGI/AAAAAAAAHaw/2PM45B3z_78/s1600/easy%2Bupdates%2Bfor%2Byour%2Boutdated%2Bkitchen.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Since we are working towards tiling I just decided to grab some white paint we had and paint over the ugliness. &nbsp;After that we installed the new range hood - and tada! Done.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G-sNt5_y9Mg/VpR4SbLbzOI/AAAAAAAAHa4/xRORWmfzm5g/s1600/replacing%2Ba%2Bstove%2Bvent.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G-sNt5_y9Mg/VpR4SbLbzOI/AAAAAAAAHa4/xRORWmfzm5g/s1600/replacing%2Ba%2Bstove%2Bvent.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Its nothing incredibly fancy but its nice and everything is now back to matching. &nbsp;Its a little addition but something I really think makes a big difference - something maybe you don't even realize until you do it. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you want to check out what we have done so far in the process of remodeling the kitchen- we have <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2011/04/diy-painting-knotty-pine-cabinets.html" target="_blank">painted our knotty pine cabinets</a>, <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2011/04/cabinet-bling-square-method.html" target="_blank">replaced the cabinet hardware</a>, <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/01/replacing-kitchen-floor.html" target="_blank">installed a tile floor,</a> <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2011/12/long-awaited-kitchen-light.html" target="_blank">replaced some lighting</a>, <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/02/repainting-kitchen-minty-green.html" target="_blank">painted the walls</a> and <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/11/painting-kitchen-chalkboard-door.html" target="_blank">painted a chalkboard door</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lots more to share about with our little kitchen remodel! &nbsp;Stay tuned this week!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-48000324705057767252016-01-06T10:08:00.001-05:002016-01-08T20:53:37.903-05:0012 Winter Wardrobe Favorites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Its finally full blast winter in NC so I've been thinking about what pieces should go and stay in my wardrobe. &nbsp;This past year I have been sticking to a more simplified closet and paring things down quite a bit. &nbsp;I did a big purge back in the Spring and each season I have purged a little more (and added a few things in that work better for mixing). &nbsp;Its all about creating a closet of fewer, more versatile things that I love and will wear over and over. &nbsp;So below I have 12 of my favorite winter items that fit all of those categories. &nbsp;I love having items that can create many outfits together and also mix and match with other pieces to make even more!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SU9v9Q-cnwE/VoxzlHebtNI/AAAAAAAAHaQ/MJo3SreH__o/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bstyle%2B12%2Bbasic%2Bwardrobe%2Bpieces%2Bfor%2Bthe%2Bwinter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SU9v9Q-cnwE/VoxzlHebtNI/AAAAAAAAHaQ/MJo3SreH__o/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bstyle%2B12%2Bbasic%2Bwardrobe%2Bpieces%2Bfor%2Bthe%2Bwinter.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's my list (sources linked)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Thicker Cardigan Sweater <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=753003002" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1047628&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=602529012" target="_blank">2. Puffer Vest</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1049857&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=716856012" target="_blank">3. Camel Sweater (my favorite sweater ever)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. Plaid Neutral Flannel Shirt <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=754543062" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Moto Jacket <a href="http://us.shein.com/Black-Lapel-Long-Sleeve-Zipper-Leather-Jacket-p-182776-cat-1776.html?utm_source=polyvore.us&amp;utm_medium=cpc_m&amp;url_from=PVUSjacket14090204" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/celebrity-pink-faux-leather-moto-jacket?ID=2205632&amp;pla_country=US&amp;CAGPSPN=pla&amp;CAWELAID=120156340003615491&amp;catargetid=120156340001235256&amp;cadevice=c&amp;cm_mmc=Google_Womens_PLA-_-RTW+Womens_Women%27s+Coats_Celebrity+Pink-_-66680462101_-_-_mkwid_SJDY3y3b%7Cdc_66680462101%7C-%7CSJDY3y3b" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. Jeweled Statement Necklace <a href="http://www.shopakira.com/products/urban-floral-statement-necklace-multicolor.html?utm_source=polyvore&amp;utm_medium=cpc_desktop&amp;utm_campaign=jewelry" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="http://www.charmingcharlie.com/beads-and-baubles-necklace.html#color=light-seafoam" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=142050012" target="_blank">7. Boyfriend Long-Sleeved Linen Top</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.vestique.com/plush-and-plaid-scarf" target="_blank">8. Blanket Scarf</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">9. Cognac Ankle Boots<a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Flat-Chelsea-Boots/308561.uts?cid=cse:POLY:%3CDEVICE%3E:301973952&amp;zmam=29623164&amp;zmac=38&amp;zmas=1&amp;zmap=301973952&amp;rkg_attid=2990448739" target="_blank"> (similar)</a>, <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Stacked-Heel-Ankle-Booties/315009.uts?showBreadcrumb=true" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">10. Chunky Cable Nit Sweater <a href="http://us.shein.com/White-Round-Neck-Cable-Knit-Loose-Sweater-p-230701-cat-1734.html?utm_source=polyvore.us&amp;utm_medium=cpc_m&amp;url_from=PVUSsweater150902213" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/treasurebond-cable-knit-sweater/4076492?origin=related-4076492-0-6-PP_OOS-Rich_Relevance_Recs_API-4&amp;recs_type=related&amp;recs_productId=4076492&amp;recs_categoryId=0&amp;recs_productOrder=6&amp;recs_placementId=PP_OOS&amp;recs_source=Rich_Relevance_Recs_API&amp;recs_strategy=4&amp;recs_referringPageType=item_page" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">11. Dark Wash Distressed Jeans <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1017736&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=602421002" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=85732&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=815208012" target="_blank">12. &nbsp;Lighter Wash Jeans</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--tfRQwH3kus/VoxzltXd81I/AAAAAAAAHaU/XDrY7zV0j8c/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bwear%2Ba%2Bwinter%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--tfRQwH3kus/VoxzltXd81I/AAAAAAAAHaU/XDrY7zV0j8c/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bwear%2Ba%2Bwinter%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These are just a few ideas for transitioning your wardrobe to winter. &nbsp;Picking out 10-12 pieces out of your closet and finding different ways to mix and match is a great way to maximize your wardrobe. &nbsp;There were a lot of combos from these pieces I had never thought to wear. &nbsp;You probably have way more outfit ideas than you realize! &nbsp;Just from these 12 pieces I have at least 20 outfit options and using these pieces with other items will create even more options. &nbsp;Try it out and see what you can come up with!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PanyUOKZNys/VoxxxW66JVI/AAAAAAAAHZQ/EaLdgytnpPI/s1600/winter%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe%2Bpieces.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PanyUOKZNys/VoxxxW66JVI/AAAAAAAAHZQ/EaLdgytnpPI/s1600/winter%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe%2Bpieces.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PazRNxrRxXA/VoxxyW6zlKI/AAAAAAAAHZw/BOHdTyRXIkU/s1600/winter%2Boutfit%2Bideas%2Bankle%2Bboots.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PazRNxrRxXA/VoxxyW6zlKI/AAAAAAAAHZw/BOHdTyRXIkU/s1600/winter%2Boutfit%2Bideas%2Bankle%2Bboots.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8aID9Dw3K44/VoxxwyhMyKI/AAAAAAAAHZE/NMGyKqZtGaw/s1600/winter%2Bcapsule%2Boutfit%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8aID9Dw3K44/VoxxwyhMyKI/AAAAAAAAHZE/NMGyKqZtGaw/s1600/winter%2Bcapsule%2Boutfit%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1CSMyKoT7Vw/VoxxwSlsb9I/AAAAAAAAHY0/2deRTQBe5Ug/s1600/mix%2Band%2Bmatch%2Bwinter%2Bwardrobe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1CSMyKoT7Vw/VoxxwSlsb9I/AAAAAAAAHY0/2deRTQBe5Ug/s1600/mix%2Band%2Bmatch%2Bwinter%2Bwardrobe.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IHx16CDm90s/Voxxxi6lSSI/AAAAAAAAHZU/lGwDExKDYz4/s1600/winter%2Bneutrals%2Boutfits.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IHx16CDm90s/Voxxxi6lSSI/AAAAAAAAHZU/lGwDExKDYz4/s1600/winter%2Bneutrals%2Boutfits.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-C64P-5QeL58/VoxxyF29i5I/AAAAAAAAHZs/WyhBleBpLQw/s1600/winter%2Boutfit%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-C64P-5QeL58/VoxxyF29i5I/AAAAAAAAHZs/WyhBleBpLQw/s1600/winter%2Boutfit%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oO2Lz3UWcxI/Voxxz92402I/AAAAAAAAHZ8/G9YdUWk_M6A/s1600/winter%2Bwardrobe%2Bbasics.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oO2Lz3UWcxI/Voxxz92402I/AAAAAAAAHZ8/G9YdUWk_M6A/s1600/winter%2Bwardrobe%2Bbasics.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yWcNZqqMbmA/Voxxwm_YW4I/AAAAAAAAHY4/ZfDrhpMMI8Y/s1600/wearing%2Ba%2Bpuffer%2Bvest%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yWcNZqqMbmA/Voxxwm_YW4I/AAAAAAAAHY4/ZfDrhpMMI8Y/s1600/wearing%2Ba%2Bpuffer%2Bvest%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TTPjKZGibIM/Voxxv6JCVdI/AAAAAAAAHYw/tL5DjcigTgY/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bwearing%2Ba%2Bblanket%2Bscarf.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TTPjKZGibIM/Voxxv6JCVdI/AAAAAAAAHYw/tL5DjcigTgY/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bwearing%2Ba%2Bblanket%2Bscarf.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">If you are lacking a few key wardrobe pieces this is a great time to check out the sales and score some great winter basics for a lot less. &nbsp;Last year I picked up the black moto jacket for $9 on clearance during the end of season sales. &nbsp;I also like to check out the consignment shops first to see if I can find what I'm looking for there. &nbsp;The gray plaid flannel is a j crew consignment find for just a few bucks! &nbsp;A great thing to do is to make a list of key basics you are in search of that will give you lots of variety...that way you aren't just buying random items that will not work with many different things you already own. &nbsp;Having a cohesive, simplified and versatile closet is always my goal. &nbsp;Have fun getting dressed this winter!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a><br />Linking Up Here:<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a _mce_href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/blog/" href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/blog/"><img _mce_src="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/wiww125.png" alt="pleated poppy" border="0" src="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/wiww125.png" height="125" width="125" /></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.thehappyscraps.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="The Happy Scraps" src="http://www.thehappyscraps.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/The-Creative-Exchange-Button.jpg" height="150" width="150" /></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.thepinjunkie.com/" title="The Pin Junkie"><img alt="The Pin Junkie" src="http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k586/bbrewer99/PinJunkieLogo190x190_zps0b5e4c6e.png" style="border: none;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-66199117435413871772016-01-05T10:45:00.000-05:002016-01-08T19:49:37.855-05:0010 Organizing Ideas to Jumpstart Your Year!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yQVid5Ih7js/VotbOP-yzkI/AAAAAAAAHYc/FlA2m6_WIMA/s1600/pretty%2Borganizing%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yQVid5Ih7js/VotbOP-yzkI/AAAAAAAAHYc/FlA2m6_WIMA/s1600/pretty%2Borganizing%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Organizing is something I always struggle with...actually keeping things organized is what I struggle with. I can purge, get things looking neat, and have a place for all the little things but lots of times I fail keeping it that way. &nbsp;I have found though that making things pretty helps a ton when it comes to keeping me motivated to stay organized. &nbsp;You don't have to spend a ton of money on organizing supplies to have a pretty space (although you could). &nbsp;Sometimes its just an addition of something little that makes it for you. &nbsp;I have several organizing projects on my list to do for the beginning of the year, so to help jumpstart that creative process and get motivation to get going I have a list of 10 simple and pretty organizing ideas to get us thinking and on the right track!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/01/organizing-your-junk-drawer.html" target="_blank">1. Use Colorful Dollar Store Bins to keep things in place</a>&nbsp;- </b>I always check the dollar store and dollar spots first for little projects like this.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rQhcASwXT0Q/VotXy8qRFeI/AAAAAAAAHXo/_p7Qiy6Okhg/s1600/pretty%2Band%2Borganized%2Bjunk%2Bdrawer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rQhcASwXT0Q/VotXy8qRFeI/AAAAAAAAHXo/_p7Qiy6Okhg/s1600/pretty%2Band%2Borganized%2Bjunk%2Bdrawer.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/01/organizing-your-junk-drawer.html" target="_blank">2. Use Simple Washi Tape under labels to keep it neat and pretty</a>&nbsp;- </b>Just adding a little patterned washi tape under your labels is an easy way to make it pretty.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4_J8KxdfLsc/VotXx1wS-QI/AAAAAAAAHXA/s2mMVmhzkOo/s1600/easy%2Band%2Bpretty%2Borganizing%2Bjunk%2Bdrawer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4_J8KxdfLsc/VotXx1wS-QI/AAAAAAAAHXA/s2mMVmhzkOo/s1600/easy%2Band%2Bpretty%2Borganizing%2Bjunk%2Bdrawer.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/01/organizing-your-small-home-office.html" target="_blank">3. &nbsp;Pretty Paper can be used for Drawer liners - try wrapping paper or craft paper</a>&nbsp;</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vLk99cRwhzY/VotXybA9b5I/AAAAAAAAHXQ/kqBRyr1HpOc/s1600/organized%2Bdesk%2Bdrawer%2Bideas%2Binspiration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vLk99cRwhzY/VotXybA9b5I/AAAAAAAAHXQ/kqBRyr1HpOc/s1600/organized%2Bdesk%2Bdrawer%2Bideas%2Binspiration.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WtpjE0h2BDE/VotXyHOWzII/AAAAAAAAHXM/Aj0BEpQ69H8/s1600/how%2Bto%2Borganize%2Byour%2Bbeside%2Bdrawer%2Bto%2Bmake%2Bit%2Bpretty%2Band%2Bfunctional.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WtpjE0h2BDE/VotXyHOWzII/AAAAAAAAHXM/Aj0BEpQ69H8/s1600/how%2Bto%2Borganize%2Byour%2Bbeside%2Bdrawer%2Bto%2Bmake%2Bit%2Bpretty%2Band%2Bfunctional.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/02/getting-organized-bedside-drawers.html" target="_blank">4. Colorful binder clips are a great way to corral loose cords&nbsp;</a></b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-daARmhNBUSI/VotXzNWoz0I/AAAAAAAAHX0/di1MyQZ0GdA/s1600/using%2Binexpensive%2Borganizers%2Bfor%2Byour%2Bdrawers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-daARmhNBUSI/VotXzNWoz0I/AAAAAAAAHX0/di1MyQZ0GdA/s1600/using%2Binexpensive%2Borganizers%2Bfor%2Byour%2Bdrawers.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/01/organizing-your-small-home-office.html" target="_blank">5. Use Paint to brighten up your Home Office Space (even if its tiny!)</a> - </b>A small space is a great place to add a bright color!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eeaZ7AW6Z_M/VotXyn9mw7I/AAAAAAAAHXg/18Tdx1jQvkI/s1600/organizing%2Byour%2Bsmall%2Bhome%2Boffice.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eeaZ7AW6Z_M/VotXyn9mw7I/AAAAAAAAHXg/18Tdx1jQvkI/s1600/organizing%2Byour%2Bsmall%2Bhome%2Boffice.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>6. <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/01/home-office-organization-sorting-files.html" target="_blank">Pretty File Folders and File Holders make sorting papers a little more enjoyable</a>&nbsp;</b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hdd6olCydMo/VotXxw7EJeI/AAAAAAAAHXE/NCjXiVWKPFQ/s1600/home%2Boffice%2Bdesk%2Bpaper%2Borganization%2Btips.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hdd6olCydMo/VotXxw7EJeI/AAAAAAAAHXE/NCjXiVWKPFQ/s1600/home%2Boffice%2Bdesk%2Bpaper%2Borganization%2Btips.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/04/painting-our-old-medicine-cabinet.html" target="_blank">7. Spray Paint the inside of a Medicine Cabinet (Chalkboard paint for the door is fun too!)</a></b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Sujq4BUNVsg/VotXyoQ2iYI/AAAAAAAAHXc/BO5QVe_ik5U/s1600/organizing%2Byour%2Bmedicine%2Bcabinet.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Sujq4BUNVsg/VotXyoQ2iYI/AAAAAAAAHXc/BO5QVe_ik5U/s1600/organizing%2Byour%2Bmedicine%2Bcabinet.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/02/organizing-your-craftlaundryutility.html" target="_blank">8. Mix High &amp; Low</a> -</b>(Purge and Designate a space for random items in your common areas) - Use dollar store basic bins and add in one or two pretty patterned storage bins for a little fun and not a lot of cost.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ykt1s85JNJU/VotXx_0httI/AAAAAAAAHXI/fP2R1HOZlGQ/s1600/before%2Band%2Bafter%2Blaundry%2Bstorage%2Borganization%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ykt1s85JNJU/VotXx_0httI/AAAAAAAAHXI/fP2R1HOZlGQ/s1600/before%2Band%2Bafter%2Blaundry%2Bstorage%2Borganization%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>9. &nbsp;<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/02/organizing-your-craftlaundryutility.html" target="_blank">Spray paint basic labels with Chalkboard Paint&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;- </b>(these were just&nbsp;name tag labels)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xXWaDK_zWu0/VotXyW9pYEI/AAAAAAAAHXY/h_Rle0cb7XQ/s1600/organizing%2Bcraft%2Bsupplies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xXWaDK_zWu0/VotXyW9pYEI/AAAAAAAAHXY/h_Rle0cb7XQ/s1600/organizing%2Bcraft%2Bsupplies.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/03/working-on-guest-room.html" target="_blank">10. Use pretty jars and pails for storing smaller items</a></b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ix5RhBcniGo/VotXy_pKerI/AAAAAAAAHXw/yRK8ZXSHdSg/s1600/pretty%2Bcraft%2Bstorage%2Bfor%2Byour%2Bdesk.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ix5RhBcniGo/VotXy_pKerI/AAAAAAAAHXw/yRK8ZXSHdSg/s1600/pretty%2Bcraft%2Bstorage%2Bfor%2Byour%2Bdesk.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I guess its time for me to go and conquer some more of my cluttered spaces. &nbsp;We are currently in the process of updating and remodeling parts of our kitchen (can't wait to share!) So I have a ton of kitchen organizing projects I will need to get a start on. &nbsp;Lets get a good start to the new year! Happy Organizing!!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a><br />Linking Up Here:<br /><br /></div><center><a href="http://www.thehappyscraps.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="The Happy Scraps" src="http://www.thehappyscraps.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/The-Creative-Exchange-Button.jpg" height="150" width="150" /></a></center><center></center><center><a href="http://designdininganddiapers.com/2016/01/inspiration-gallery-link-party-1-7/" target="_blank">Inspiration Gallery</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="http://tatertotsandjello.com/" target="_blank">Tatertots &amp; Jello (linky palooza)</a></center>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-63437089426173433522016-01-04T10:05:00.000-05:002016-01-04T10:05:32.133-05:00The Best of The Remodeled Life in 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J82mi7zSdgY/Von5qWyOouI/AAAAAAAAHWI/4MXJjMkQmpg/s1600/the%2Bbest%2Bposts%2Bof%2B2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J82mi7zSdgY/Von5qWyOouI/AAAAAAAAHWI/4MXJjMkQmpg/s1600/the%2Bbest%2Bposts%2Bof%2B2015.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Each year I love looking back and remembering what the past 365 days have held. &nbsp;Its fun to remember the exciting times, brings perspective to the trying times and always seems to motivate me forward for the next year. &nbsp;I decided to round up the best posts from this little blog from 2015 (based on post views) and its fun to see all the little projects and milestones along the way. &nbsp;Thanks so much for hanging in there with me this year and showing your support. &nbsp;I am so thankful for everyone who reads, comments, shares and encourages me on this little journey. &nbsp;I have some bigger blog goals in mind this year (some of which I'll share more of as I go) and I'm excited to see what this next year has in store for The Remodeled Life. &nbsp;I already have in place some design changes (things are a little messy right now) and there will be more updating to come! &nbsp;So before I start getting all ahead of myself lets take a quick look back on the top posts from last year....</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JycP5vW7SDA/Von5oGJ1k_I/AAAAAAAAHVQ/6b9YV9vz-FM/s1600/easy%2Bdollar%2Bstore%2Bcraft.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JycP5vW7SDA/Von5oGJ1k_I/AAAAAAAAHVQ/6b9YV9vz-FM/s1600/easy%2Bdollar%2Bstore%2Bcraft.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/06/easy-dollar-store-craft-rhino-bookends.html" target="_blank">This simple dollar store craft</a> was such an easy and fun project!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-epJJZ68JKd0/Von5od8QXgI/AAAAAAAAHVU/4fyIcssSZ4o/s1600/fall%2Bwardrobe%2Bstaples.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-epJJZ68JKd0/Von5od8QXgI/AAAAAAAAHVU/4fyIcssSZ4o/s1600/fall%2Bwardrobe%2Bstaples.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This post one of my biggest - <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/09/10-fall-wardrobe-favorites.html" target="_blank">10 Fall Wardrobe Favorites</a>. &nbsp;I have a Winter Favorites to share soon so stay tuned!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qQnlBCB9fDw/Von5qAsWrTI/AAAAAAAAHV8/hJU4sda3WLU/s1600/simple%2Bhandmade%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2Btour.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qQnlBCB9fDw/Von5qAsWrTI/AAAAAAAAHV8/hJU4sda3WLU/s1600/simple%2Bhandmade%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2Btour.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/12/christmas-home-tour.html" target="_blank">This Christmas</a> was so simple and enjoyable for us and I loved spending some time making it meaningful.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PPbEeLfqERA/Von5o2-liGI/AAAAAAAAHVk/QdG3FhGmerg/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bsimplify%2Byour%2Bcloset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PPbEeLfqERA/Von5o2-liGI/AAAAAAAAHVk/QdG3FhGmerg/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bsimplify%2Byour%2Bcloset.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last year I started focusing on simplifying things in my life and getting rid of "stuff" was a top priority for me. I'm still working on little corners of the house but <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/04/how-to-simplify-your-closet.html" target="_blank">our closet clean out and wardrobe slim down</a> was one of my favorite things I did this year. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SrjWM5OERu4/Von5olPrXcI/AAAAAAAAHVc/Ij2HMHwLnIU/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bmake%2Ba%2Btassel%2Bnecklace.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SrjWM5OERu4/Von5olPrXcI/AAAAAAAAHVc/Ij2HMHwLnIU/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bmake%2Ba%2Btassel%2Bnecklace.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A simple and quick <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/05/diy-tassel-necklace.html" target="_blank">tassel necklace tutoria</a>l.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2yBHTw1k_nQ/Von5pq5r6lI/AAAAAAAAHV0/dEsGlHjFLqY/s1600/kitchen%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2yBHTw1k_nQ/Von5pq5r6lI/AAAAAAAAHV0/dEsGlHjFLqY/s1600/kitchen%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have had a ton of questions about how I like our <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/11/painting-kitchen-chalkboard-door.html" target="_blank">Chalkboard door</a> - and the answer is I absolutely love it! &nbsp;It was a simple way to transform and bring new life to an old and beat up door.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y7To2uf1P8w/Von5quWTrjI/AAAAAAAAHWQ/j3kksDff5b4/s1600/tips%2Bfor%2Bmemorizing%2Bscripture.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y7To2uf1P8w/Von5quWTrjI/AAAAAAAAHWQ/j3kksDff5b4/s1600/tips%2Bfor%2Bmemorizing%2Bscripture.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I thought is was super cool that one of my best posts this year had to do with <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/02/5-tips-for-memorizing-scripture.html" target="_blank">scripture</a>. &nbsp;If you are setting goals and desire a closer relationship with God, then spending time in God's word is so important. &nbsp;It really is life changing.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ym_mi2Oed1E/Von5qKRHY1I/AAAAAAAAHWA/kYTrxSjZTwY/s1600/simple%2Bpallet%2Bboard%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ym_mi2Oed1E/Von5qKRHY1I/AAAAAAAAHWA/kYTrxSjZTwY/s1600/simple%2Bpallet%2Bboard%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Silas' favorite thing, his <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/02/simple-pallet-board-shelf.html" target="_blank">simple pallet board shelf</a>.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nXzPxHn9x7E/Von5pvqwT8I/AAAAAAAAHV4/DZJtC1lomOw/s1600/before%2Band%2Bafter%2Bliving%2Broom.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nXzPxHn9x7E/Von5pvqwT8I/AAAAAAAAHV4/DZJtC1lomOw/s1600/before%2Band%2Bafter%2Bliving%2Broom.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/08/living-room-update.html" target="_blank">Our Living Room</a> took a major turn this year and it keeps changing - more updates coming soon!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cp2kX7d_TUI/Von6aS46VyI/AAAAAAAAHWw/B_1buRriKaU/s1600/simple%2Beasy%2Bhairstyles.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cp2kX7d_TUI/Von6aS46VyI/AAAAAAAAHWw/B_1buRriKaU/s1600/simple%2Beasy%2Bhairstyles.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is probably the most <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/02/the-tuck-and-roll.html" target="_blank">simple hairstyle</a> ever and I always get tons of people asking me how I do it. &nbsp;It just takes a headband and some time tucking and rolling your hair under - easy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2ld5qJPmH38/Von5qnyoJWI/AAAAAAAAHWM/FuUMN7NpltI/s1600/updating%2Byour%2Bfan%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bliving%2Broom.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2ld5qJPmH38/Von5qnyoJWI/AAAAAAAAHWM/FuUMN7NpltI/s1600/updating%2Byour%2Bfan%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bliving%2Broom.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This was my first post of 2015 and its still a favorite. &nbsp;A <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/01/updating-ceiling-fan.html" target="_blank">simple ceiling fan change</a> will do wonders to your space!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cGBFjOJxJvw/Von5pUrKyXI/AAAAAAAAHVs/DFuBDJNZ8Ps/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bstyle%2Ba%2Bmaxi%2Bdress%2Bfor%2Bcooler%2Bweather.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cGBFjOJxJvw/Von5pUrKyXI/AAAAAAAAHVs/DFuBDJNZ8Ps/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bstyle%2Ba%2Bmaxi%2Bdress%2Bfor%2Bcooler%2Bweather.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And last, this was my number one viewed post of the year - <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/01/a-maxi-dress-in-winter.html" target="_blank">how to wear a maxi dress in the winter</a>. &nbsp;I love the idea of finding different ways to wear and use all of your closet items all year long!&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks so much for reading and following along! &nbsp;Looking forward to what the next year brings.</div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-89096170132752334352015-12-17T10:33:00.000-05:002015-12-17T10:53:34.661-05:00Christmas Home Tour<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Today I welcome you in for a little Christmas home tour of sorts. &nbsp;I had a lot of fun this year doing some different handmade projects, keeping it simple and keeping the focus on Jesus. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0eQCFl698Pw/VnDmtAgbxPI/AAAAAAAAHTk/6sL2FfdQSLA/s1600/simple%2Bhandmade%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2Btour.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0eQCFl698Pw/VnDmtAgbxPI/AAAAAAAAHTk/6sL2FfdQSLA/s1600/simple%2Bhandmade%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2Btour.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The first few photos are from our kitchen, some of my favorite things are my nativity sets I have gotten from the different countries we have visited. &nbsp;I have also gone crazy with chalkboards and they are everywhere. &nbsp;But I love that I can customize them for the season.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SYm89JuLYkk/VnDmsceC7nI/AAAAAAAAHTM/j_j7Md-Girg/s1600/simple%2Bchristmas%2Bdecor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SYm89JuLYkk/VnDmsceC7nI/AAAAAAAAHTM/j_j7Md-Girg/s1600/simple%2Bchristmas%2Bdecor.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rxMXpuoYSdk/VnLQ6bAb7NI/AAAAAAAAHUI/cJVawBk2Jj0/s1600/fun%2Bcolorful%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorations.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rxMXpuoYSdk/VnLQ6bAb7NI/AAAAAAAAHUI/cJVawBk2Jj0/s1600/fun%2Bcolorful%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorations.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6O1rOwyVboA/VnDmqYqr3vI/AAAAAAAAHSQ/toj9VBJuDpU/s1600/christmas%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6O1rOwyVboA/VnDmqYqr3vI/AAAAAAAAHSQ/toj9VBJuDpU/s1600/christmas%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4sO6qfqKGwk/VnDmqS6mTlI/AAAAAAAAHSM/WhT8OYXd9po/s1600/easy%2Bdiy%2Bchristmas%2Bgarland%2Bidea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4sO6qfqKGwk/VnDmqS6mTlI/AAAAAAAAHSM/WhT8OYXd9po/s1600/easy%2Bdiy%2Bchristmas%2Bgarland%2Bidea.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I made several of these little <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/12/easy-diy-ornament-garland.html" target="_blank">fabric and ornament garlands</a> to use around the house and help to tie everything together.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FjdANK-S3uI/VnDmsQX13WI/AAAAAAAAHTI/vn8jeDjPGkk/s1600/handmade%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2Btour.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FjdANK-S3uI/VnDmsQX13WI/AAAAAAAAHTI/vn8jeDjPGkk/s1600/handmade%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2Btour.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Iblkpdst7gA/VnDmsdK590I/AAAAAAAAHTE/9JB9NyJ8ZRI/s1600/simple%2Band%2Brustic%2Bchristmas%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Iblkpdst7gA/VnDmsdK590I/AAAAAAAAHTE/9JB9NyJ8ZRI/s1600/simple%2Band%2Brustic%2Bchristmas%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mXxCakuir8s/VnDmrKNu-uI/AAAAAAAAHSo/UJED1XV2Ihk/s1600/kitchen%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mXxCakuir8s/VnDmrKNu-uI/AAAAAAAAHSo/UJED1XV2Ihk/s1600/kitchen%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lbLyyucHLkg/VnDmqM3G0hI/AAAAAAAAHSA/L5f0a27VNCI/s1600/easy%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating%2B.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lbLyyucHLkg/VnDmqM3G0hI/AAAAAAAAHSA/L5f0a27VNCI/s1600/easy%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating%2B.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Our living room is up next. &nbsp;We love having a real tree, every year they are a little different and we think this tree might be our favorite. &nbsp;This year I found some antique bead strands at the Nashville flea market (wow, that place is awesome) and also added some burlap ribbon, its just really soft and pretty.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-49BMPwXb2Pk/VnDmtBYuxbI/AAAAAAAAHTY/midOOh4Cf8k/s1600/simple%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2B.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-49BMPwXb2Pk/VnDmtBYuxbI/AAAAAAAAHTY/midOOh4Cf8k/s1600/simple%2Bchristmas%2Bhome%2B.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-utDWwqvyb3k/VnDmriAIeGI/AAAAAAAAHTQ/DntL1jk6_e0/s1600/making%2Ba%2Bmemory%2Bchristmas%2Btree.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-utDWwqvyb3k/VnDmriAIeGI/AAAAAAAAHTQ/DntL1jk6_e0/s1600/making%2Ba%2Bmemory%2Bchristmas%2Btree.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h9Gy-f97K2s/VnDmtivh5zI/AAAAAAAAHTs/1LiLufKXWlE/s1600/using%2Bdifferent%2Bcolors%2Bfor%2Bchristmas%2Bdecor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h9Gy-f97K2s/VnDmtivh5zI/AAAAAAAAHTs/1LiLufKXWlE/s1600/using%2Bdifferent%2Bcolors%2Bfor%2Bchristmas%2Bdecor.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Bgjr7hXNPSo/VnDmqbu0DrI/AAAAAAAAHSI/4eNCXWR_K64/s1600/decorating%2Byour%2Bshelves%2Bfor%2Bchristmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Bgjr7hXNPSo/VnDmqbu0DrI/AAAAAAAAHSI/4eNCXWR_K64/s1600/decorating%2Byour%2Bshelves%2Bfor%2Bchristmas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">These<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2014/11/easy-diy-rustic-stars.html" target="_blank"> rustic wooden stars</a> are one of my most favorite diy Christmas projects I have made.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PbXXPnTlq94/VnDmpQ-EdaI/AAAAAAAAHRw/dV4XJhZjHhE/s1600/adding%2Bchristmas%2Bwall%2Bdecor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PbXXPnTlq94/VnDmpQ-EdaI/AAAAAAAAHRw/dV4XJhZjHhE/s1600/adding%2Bchristmas%2Bwall%2Bdecor.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_ff3k5SJmSE/VnDmq1OlvuI/AAAAAAAAHSg/N9ifwUo985Q/s1600/family%2Bchristmas%2Btree%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_ff3k5SJmSE/VnDmq1OlvuI/AAAAAAAAHSg/N9ifwUo985Q/s1600/family%2Bchristmas%2Btree%2Bdecorating%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-s4Nu-Ypbi0M/VnDmpnMnXnI/AAAAAAAAHR0/aILwZ6wLi_E/s1600/chalkboard%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bchristmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-s4Nu-Ypbi0M/VnDmpnMnXnI/AAAAAAAAHR0/aILwZ6wLi_E/s1600/chalkboard%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bchristmas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PzqCQdc11dI/VnDmpuBOjQI/AAAAAAAAHR4/1fRvfeug3-k/s1600/chalkboard%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PzqCQdc11dI/VnDmpuBOjQI/AAAAAAAAHR4/1fRvfeug3-k/s1600/chalkboard%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by today and taking a little Christmas tour!</div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a><br />Linking &nbsp;Up Here<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thenester.com/2015/12/annual-tour-of-homes-idhtbptbbchristmas.html/comment-page-1#comment-1759035" target="_blank">#idhtbptbbchristmas with The Nester</a></div><br />The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-70127267103348297052015-12-16T09:49:00.000-05:002015-12-16T09:49:21.710-05:00DIY Citrus Ornaments<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Each year Silas and I have made a little handmade ornament or decoration together for Christmas. &nbsp;We have done <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/diy-salt-dough-hand-print-ornaments.html" target="_blank">salt dough ornaments</a>, <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/making-cinnamon-applesauce-ornaments_30.html" target="_blank">cinnamon ornaments</a>, <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2014/12/easy-christmas-decorating-with-kids.html" target="_blank">paper garlands</a> last year and this year we tried our hand in dried citrus ornaments. &nbsp;Silas had a blast helping with these and this is a super simple craft to do together with your kids!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G94VjhaPzSI/VnDTF5RlaRI/AAAAAAAAHRU/sfaXBFDlvKA/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Bdried%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G94VjhaPzSI/VnDTF5RlaRI/AAAAAAAAHRU/sfaXBFDlvKA/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Bdried%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This was such a fun craft that Justin joined in on the festivities and I kicked back and snapped some photos, listened to a little christmas music and drank some coffee with a <strike>little </strike>lot of peppermint mocha creamer (I'm pretty sure I'm now addicted to that stuff).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hiahT9jOnEI/VmiZssoj0-I/AAAAAAAAHQw/VazY9_WhrTw/s1600/making%2Bornaments%2Bfor%2Byour%2Btree.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hiahT9jOnEI/VmiZssoj0-I/AAAAAAAAHQw/VazY9_WhrTw/s1600/making%2Bornaments%2Bfor%2Byour%2Btree.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We started by slicing our oranges (and some limes) for our ornaments. &nbsp;Silas was in charge of arranging them on our baking sheets. &nbsp;I didn't use any sort of paper baking liner - we just put them straight on the pans.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EvunEVl4ycw/VmiZsCxoxOI/AAAAAAAAHQo/UC2CgM_CUr0/s1600/making%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EvunEVl4ycw/VmiZsCxoxOI/AAAAAAAAHQo/UC2CgM_CUr0/s1600/making%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Next, Silas added some cloves to some of our ornaments for a little festive touch and for an awesome Christmasy aroma.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HPAJRgrs-XU/VmiZr_Av3II/AAAAAAAAHQY/3ETjL0srYxE/s1600/easy%2Bcitrus%2Bchristmas%2Bornaments.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HPAJRgrs-XU/VmiZr_Av3II/AAAAAAAAHQY/3ETjL0srYxE/s1600/easy%2Bcitrus%2Bchristmas%2Bornaments.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">It really is best to try and make your slices all about the same width...some of ours were a little off but it worked out fine. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-T_hluxXrdGE/VmiZrx3tPMI/AAAAAAAAHQU/ki12JAHIlBc/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bmake%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-T_hluxXrdGE/VmiZrx3tPMI/AAAAAAAAHQU/ki12JAHIlBc/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bmake%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After the citrus slices were all ready we baked them on the lowest setting in our oven for about an hour, then flipped them over and baked them another hour. &nbsp;You may need to bake them shorter or longer depending on your oven temp and slice width.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MZKD0JEsFVA/VmiZr_Q_D7I/AAAAAAAAHQc/k9MzpGUpVgg/s1600/easy%2Bdiy%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MZKD0JEsFVA/VmiZr_Q_D7I/AAAAAAAAHQc/k9MzpGUpVgg/s1600/easy%2Bdiy%2Bcitrus%2Bornaments.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After they were all dried out Silas used some modge-podge and painted one side let them dry and painted the other. &nbsp;This helped to seal them and make them a little more durable.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LTOC5ux9Cr4/VmiZsBfZj8I/AAAAAAAAHQg/dSFSJ5Iaokg/s1600/how%2Bto%2Borange%2Bornaments.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LTOC5ux9Cr4/VmiZsBfZj8I/AAAAAAAAHQg/dSFSJ5Iaokg/s1600/how%2Bto%2Borange%2Bornaments.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After they are dry you have some great dried citrus slices for all sorts of decorating. &nbsp;We used our as ornaments on our tree. &nbsp;They are so pretty with the lights shining through.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EWhGAOxSBg8/VnDV-pHwRkI/AAAAAAAAHRg/fbisEkWkz2I/s1600/drying%2Boranges%2Bfor%2Bchristmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EWhGAOxSBg8/VnDV-pHwRkI/AAAAAAAAHRg/fbisEkWkz2I/s1600/drying%2Boranges%2Bfor%2Bchristmas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You could find all sorts of ways to use dried fruit for decorating, they would be pretty in a simple jar gathered together or strung together for a little garland. &nbsp;I love the added touch of homemade to a home at Christmas!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can also check out my <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/dollar-store-chalkboard-ornaments.html" target="_blank">diy chalkboard ornaments</a> and <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/12/yarn-wrapped-ornaments.html" target="_blank">yarn wrapped ornaments</a> for more ideas!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-36420447536329662202015-12-10T09:01:00.002-05:002015-12-10T09:01:57.045-05:00Easy DIY Ornament Garland<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love making little handmade decorations for Christmas. &nbsp;These little ornament garlands are super simple and probably could be made with items you already own. &nbsp;So many sweet little possibilities.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bksMj9lwPfo/VmiWmIdUeNI/AAAAAAAAHPg/SJT-Ytv5q0w/s1600/simple%2Bdiy%2Bornament%2Bgarland.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bksMj9lwPfo/VmiWmIdUeNI/AAAAAAAAHPg/SJT-Ytv5q0w/s1600/simple%2Bdiy%2Bornament%2Bgarland.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This year I decided to not go with the traditional red and green, I was just feeling something different. &nbsp; Most of the colors I used this year were ones that I already use in our house anyway so everything felt like it belonged. &nbsp;I already had some little christmas ornaments I wanted to use for this and I ended up picking up a few more at Target (you are welcome Mike) for just a few several bucks - nothing fancy.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kT3YkM8ZbW0/VmiWlep2WQI/AAAAAAAAHPQ/G7w6K8IAax0/s1600/making%2Ba%2Bchristmas%2Bornament%2Bgarland.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kT3YkM8ZbW0/VmiWlep2WQI/AAAAAAAAHPQ/G7w6K8IAax0/s1600/making%2Ba%2Bchristmas%2Bornament%2Bgarland.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">In addition to little ornaments I also used some scrap fabric and twine - that's it! For the fabric (like usual) I used anything like old tablecloths, kitchen towels, leftover fabric, t-shirts...whatever I have.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xokuW3SETLg/VmiWlm78qPI/AAAAAAAAHPY/LlFGTuInfpU/s1600/easy%2Bchristmas%2Bgarland%2Bmaking.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xokuW3SETLg/VmiWlm78qPI/AAAAAAAAHPY/LlFGTuInfpU/s1600/easy%2Bchristmas%2Bgarland%2Bmaking.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Start with measuring your twine and make a knot at the point where you want your garland to start. &nbsp;Next, I added an ornament and then tied little pieces of fabric in simple knots along the twine and repeated that process until I liked it.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Mc7kNS58Q54/VmiWlode34I/AAAAAAAAHPc/1k0aMe-xtgM/s1600/mini%2Bornament%2Bgarland%2Bhow%2Bto.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Mc7kNS58Q54/VmiWlode34I/AAAAAAAAHPc/1k0aMe-xtgM/s1600/mini%2Bornament%2Bgarland%2Bhow%2Bto.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You could also do a longer strip of fabric and tie it differently, just go with it.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ERSsHfHwf_c/VmiWmUqhT5I/AAAAAAAAHPs/b1EacpVVGZ0/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Ban%2Bornament%2Bchristmas%2Bgarland.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ERSsHfHwf_c/VmiWmUqhT5I/AAAAAAAAHPs/b1EacpVVGZ0/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bmaking%2Ban%2Bornament%2Bchristmas%2Bgarland.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love the finished garland, so pretty and sweet.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-K0MzcQr_ArQ/VmiWmWqwWMI/AAAAAAAAHPo/yUsPkMiMrq0/s1600/simple%2Bornament%2Band%2Bfabric%2Bgarland%2Bidea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-K0MzcQr_ArQ/VmiWmWqwWMI/AAAAAAAAHPo/yUsPkMiMrq0/s1600/simple%2Bornament%2Band%2Bfabric%2Bgarland%2Bidea.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I made several different ones to use for decorating all over the house. &nbsp;They don't take long - I finished one in under 30 minutes so its not very time consuming.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BY4nzt5zcK0/VmiWll1bF1I/AAAAAAAAHPU/qQU067VCSGw/s1600/diy%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BY4nzt5zcK0/VmiWll1bF1I/AAAAAAAAHPU/qQU067VCSGw/s1600/diy%2Bchristmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I made these stars last year, they were super simple! Here is the link to make your own <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2014/11/easy-diy-rustic-stars.html" target="_blank">diy rustic stars</a>! &nbsp;And yesterday, I shared about our non-traditional <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/12/ideas-for-observing-advent.html" target="_blank">advent candles and our simple chalkboard advent calendar.</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hNH6SqBcY5I/VmiW-53U5mI/AAAAAAAAHQI/J-0pSzPUwBI/s1600/non%2Btraditional%2Bways%2Bto%2Bcelebrate%2Badvent%2Bin%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hNH6SqBcY5I/VmiW-53U5mI/AAAAAAAAHQI/J-0pSzPUwBI/s1600/non%2Btraditional%2Bways%2Bto%2Bcelebrate%2Badvent%2Bin%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That's it for today, hope you are enjoying decorating for Christmas!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-88625347225161263262015-12-09T10:34:00.001-05:002015-12-09T10:34:56.996-05:00Ideas for Observing Advent<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We've been out of town and other things happening so I'm a little behind on my christmas blog posts, but better late than never. &nbsp;Today I wanted to share how we are observing Advent in our home this year. &nbsp;Each year since we have had Silas I have tried to come up with a way to teach him about Christmas and make our home more about the Joy of Christ than anything else (even though I still enjoy all sorts of fun parts of the season). &nbsp;We've done calendars in years past which have been great and this year we decided to add in doing advent candles as well. &nbsp;Its just a way for us to sit down as a family, remember the meaning of the coming of Christ, talk about what it means for us together and set time apart to focus on God. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AbBMm2PMRYo/VmhCc8ReqBI/AAAAAAAAHOk/IGfAgNJI0hg/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Badvent%2Bcandles%2Bor%2Bwreath.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AbBMm2PMRYo/VmhCc8ReqBI/AAAAAAAAHOk/IGfAgNJI0hg/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Badvent%2Bcandles%2Bor%2Bwreath.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, this is really a non-traditional way of doing advent candles. &nbsp; I just used things I already had - I didn't really have the exact colors and its also not in a wreath form but it still works. &nbsp;I don't know if its so much about making sure colors and shapes are right as its more about setting aside time in your hearts and having time to worship together. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-85fAy89skqM/VmhCb9O4geI/AAAAAAAAHOQ/aLjoCr8sgM8/s1600/diy%2Badvent%2Bwreath%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-85fAy89skqM/VmhCb9O4geI/AAAAAAAAHOQ/aLjoCr8sgM8/s1600/diy%2Badvent%2Bwreath%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I put together 4 of these candles just using jars, a little faux snow, candles and an ornament. &nbsp;I also have a larger candle set aside for the Christ candle that we will light on Christmas Eve. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3ZXfnms_LPI/VmhCbRZdrQI/AAAAAAAAHOI/pjLuBRu0HjI/s1600/christmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3ZXfnms_LPI/VmhCbRZdrQI/AAAAAAAAHOI/pjLuBRu0HjI/s1600/christmas%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This year I just really wanted to not get too caught up in the meaningless things that this season can bring. &nbsp;I had so much fun decorating our house (I'll share more this week) &nbsp;but I chose to only use the things that had meaning and that we enjoyed. &nbsp;I didn't put things out just because I have them (we have way too many christmas boxes in the attic). &nbsp;Our tree only has ornaments on it that has a memory, Silas decorated with all of his homemade treasures and we had fun - (not stress) doing it. &nbsp;Things just seem simplified but still really festive and meaningful and we are loving it. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zbSAsRIyDo0/VmhCdLf3XPI/AAAAAAAAHOw/3ieOAYvpyO8/s1600/non%2Btraditional%2Bways%2Bto%2Bcelebrate%2Badvent%2Bin%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zbSAsRIyDo0/VmhCdLf3XPI/AAAAAAAAHOw/3ieOAYvpyO8/s1600/non%2Btraditional%2Bways%2Bto%2Bcelebrate%2Badvent%2Bin%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In addition to the candles I also utilized our newly painted chalkboard door to make a calendar to help us countdown. &nbsp;This year we chose 25 names of God to represent each day until Christmas. &nbsp;I love this so much. &nbsp;Its such a great reminder and has been a constant place of encouragement.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xHPA8jZFgRU/VmhCclZNAvI/AAAAAAAAHOc/pE6kCGPqd5E/s1600/easy%2Badvent%2Bcalendar%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xHPA8jZFgRU/VmhCclZNAvI/AAAAAAAAHOc/pE6kCGPqd5E/s1600/easy%2Badvent%2Bcalendar%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Below I listed the names in case it was hard to read off of the photo so if you wanted to do something similar you could!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HLZKOpqHMHI/VmhCbU6KdpI/AAAAAAAAHOM/_w17ST1_ThY/s1600/chalkboard%2Badvent%2Bcalendar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HLZKOpqHMHI/VmhCbU6KdpI/AAAAAAAAHOM/_w17ST1_ThY/s1600/chalkboard%2Badvent%2Bcalendar.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dO9It29w6K0/VmhCdqWk0sI/AAAAAAAAHO8/q_cxlb1Aazg/s1600/25%2Bnames%2Bof%2BGod%2Bfor%2Badvent.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dO9It29w6K0/VmhCdqWk0sI/AAAAAAAAHO8/q_cxlb1Aazg/s1600/25%2Bnames%2Bof%2BGod%2Bfor%2Badvent.png" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I hope that your season of advent is full of joy and purpose as we remember the awesome promise that God made through his Son. &nbsp; ~God and sinner reconciled~</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-48466149051686156122015-11-12T10:21:00.000-05:002015-11-12T10:36:52.113-05:00Painting a Kitchen Chalkboard Door<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Well, its about that time again for me to paint something with chalkboard paint. &nbsp;I did have a good reason this time. &nbsp;A while ago when our tile floor was being installed our kitchen door was removed and put outside until the tile was completed. &nbsp;Not a big deal, except for it rained and the door was left &nbsp;out in the elements. &nbsp;We had a little water damage on the door but haven't had much time to address it. &nbsp;Eventually, I would love to get a new door but we don't have time for all of that right now. &nbsp;So a quick fix was needed- chalkboard paint.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gYPwW7uxeT0/VkSx-j8hv2I/AAAAAAAAHN4/IzepD8gOtdY/s1600/kitchen%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gYPwW7uxeT0/VkSx-j8hv2I/AAAAAAAAHN4/IzepD8gOtdY/s1600/kitchen%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My hope was that the paint plus anything that was written on the door would hide the damage and be less noticeable and from the above picture you can see that it really does the trick.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uaiwWqOb0wg/VjjiraNW8QI/AAAAAAAAHME/c7Kd2WeV07A/s1600/supplies%2Bfor%2Bpainting%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2Bdoor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uaiwWqOb0wg/VjjiraNW8QI/AAAAAAAAHME/c7Kd2WeV07A/s1600/supplies%2Bfor%2Bpainting%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2Bdoor.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To paint the door I used a few supplies - paint, foam roller, an angled paintbrush, a small craft brush and after it dries you need chalk and a magic eraser. &nbsp;The craft brush was huge for painting around the edges of the window so I didn't have to tape anything off - time saver.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UtkMP8tmGHU/VjjiqvitJII/AAAAAAAAHLw/Ys8lzj4Q1Zc/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bcreating%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2Bsurface%2Bin%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UtkMP8tmGHU/VjjiqvitJII/AAAAAAAAHLw/Ys8lzj4Q1Zc/s1600/steps%2Bfor%2Bcreating%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2Bsurface%2Bin%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I had a great helper for this project. &nbsp;It did take 3 coats of paint to get a good finish on the door. &nbsp;Once the paint was completely dry the next day it was ready to be seasoned. &nbsp;If you want your chalkboards to have the right look and to not have "burned-in" writing on them, you need to prep the surface. &nbsp;Basically, take the side of some chalk and cover the entire surface and then erase it all off. &nbsp;The chalk gets into the porous surface and fills it all in. &nbsp;I have found the best thing to use to erase the chalk is a magic eraser - use it dry not wet!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9MUY2rBOg40/VjjipqXa5kI/AAAAAAAAHLc/_2Rn4VWPFa0/s1600/chalkboard%2Bdoor%2Bhow%2Bto.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9MUY2rBOg40/VjjipqXa5kI/AAAAAAAAHLc/_2Rn4VWPFa0/s1600/chalkboard%2Bdoor%2Bhow%2Bto.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This part was a little time consuming and required almost a whole box of chalk...sidewalk chalk would have worked better - but thankfully I had such great help who thought this was so much fun. &nbsp;It was also messy...this was quite a big surface to cover so chalk dust was everywhere. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jlHKmSZpbpU/VjjiqegweTI/AAAAAAAAHL0/mpQA0Kv2fMY/s1600/seasoning%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2B.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jlHKmSZpbpU/VjjiqegweTI/AAAAAAAAHL0/mpQA0Kv2fMY/s1600/seasoning%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2B.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I can't find a good before shot when it was painted white but still, I like the original shot compared to the current one.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jknp6FzVsr0/Vjjipn42bsI/AAAAAAAAHLU/_2XkEw6ZDog/s1600/before%2Band%2Bafter%2Bpainting%2Ban%2Bugly%2Bkitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jknp6FzVsr0/Vjjipn42bsI/AAAAAAAAHLU/_2XkEw6ZDog/s1600/before%2Band%2Bafter%2Bpainting%2Ban%2Bugly%2Bkitchen.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We are having so much fun with this door, I may not want to ever get rid of it.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JRhYqUzaCTo/VjjirDBkQ6I/AAAAAAAAHMA/YsWVkO4WzjE/s1600/thanksgiving%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JRhYqUzaCTo/VjjirDBkQ6I/AAAAAAAAHMA/YsWVkO4WzjE/s1600/thanksgiving%2Bchalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I was worried that the black door would be too dark for our kitchen but I actually really love the contrast of it. &nbsp;I think with it being a chalkboard surface it kind of helps keep it from being too drastic. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Sj4UEBbRils/VjjiqbDE6BI/AAAAAAAAHLs/JYD8tMwHf0E/s1600/painting%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2Bdoor%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bkitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Sj4UEBbRils/VjjiqbDE6BI/AAAAAAAAHLs/JYD8tMwHf0E/s1600/painting%2Ba%2Bchalkboard%2Bdoor%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bkitchen.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It felt like a little risk when I first saw the black strokes of the paint going on but in the end I decided it was just paint and I could change it if I couldn't stand it. &nbsp;But the little risk paid off and we are enjoying it! &nbsp;Chalkboard paint saves the door.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-44590227561992862022015-11-11T10:10:00.000-05:002015-11-12T09:53:18.374-05:00Fall Style: Wearing Marsala<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Oh how I love the colors of fall. &nbsp;I also love dressing in the fall -more layers, more options. &nbsp;There is this awesome color that I break out for the cooler temps and it is known by many names. &nbsp;This year pantone has declared the color marsala but lets be real we could also call it burgundy, wine, maroon, oxblood...and probably many more. &nbsp; Here are a few ways I like to add a little marsala to my fall wardrobe, plus the sources so you can add a little to yours too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t4X7h80QVMg/VkKxvGqGkbI/AAAAAAAAHNQ/4de0VH3tlQs/s1600/fall%2Bstyle%2Bwearing%2Bmarsala%2Bpantone%2Bcolor%2Btrend.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t4X7h80QVMg/VkKxvGqGkbI/AAAAAAAAHNQ/4de0VH3tlQs/s1600/fall%2Bstyle%2Bwearing%2Bmarsala%2Bpantone%2Bcolor%2Btrend.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. <b>Colored Pants and a Check Blouse</b> - I love <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=525427822" target="_blank">these pants</a>, they can be dressed up or down and are super comfy. &nbsp;As you will probably see from this post I also really like black paired with burgundy. &nbsp;Don't forget to pull your whole outfit together by adding a fun statement necklace.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mw_xvd3WkXc/VkKxvfBLH3I/AAAAAAAAHNY/nDIZtqV28HQ/s1600/marsala%2Bburgandy%2Bpants%2Bfall%2Bfashion%2Btrends.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mw_xvd3WkXc/VkKxvfBLH3I/AAAAAAAAHNY/nDIZtqV28HQ/s1600/marsala%2Bburgandy%2Bpants%2Bfall%2Bfashion%2Btrends.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sources: Pants - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=525427822" target="_blank">Exact</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Top- <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=597605062" target="_blank">Similar</a>, <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=755083002" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. &nbsp;<b>Brighten it up with More Color</b>: I love this color combo! Burnt orange and marsala, I feel like an autumn leaf and I like it. &nbsp;Keeping it neutral on the bottom with denim and tan ankle boots helps pull it all together. &nbsp;Try looking in your closet for a different color combo you may not normally wear and go for it. &nbsp;You might be surprised with a few new outfit ideas.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Yei9dZL_FG0/VkKxvqqZOlI/AAAAAAAAHNo/GkE8BUA6V-I/s1600/marsala%2Boutfit%2Bidea%2Bbright%2Bfall%2Bcolors.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Yei9dZL_FG0/VkKxvqqZOlI/AAAAAAAAHNo/GkE8BUA6V-I/s1600/marsala%2Boutfit%2Bidea%2Bbright%2Bfall%2Bcolors.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sources: Top - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=602733072" target="_blank">Similar</a>, <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=714592032" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cardigan - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=712808032" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. &nbsp;<b>Knit Top and Patterned Knit Pants</b> - This is so comfy and casual and still put together. &nbsp;Its basically pajamas I can wear somewhere other than my house. &nbsp;Also, this is my new favorite necklace &nbsp;- it goes with everything.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-84iAIWNw48U/VkKxuh8py6I/AAAAAAAAHNE/W5HMR0OBGOM/s1600/burgundy%2Btop%2Boutfit%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-84iAIWNw48U/VkKxuh8py6I/AAAAAAAAHNE/W5HMR0OBGOM/s1600/burgundy%2Btop%2Boutfit%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sources: Top - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=714598002" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pants - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=2&amp;pid=173914002" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Necklace - <a href="http://www.target.com/p/women-s-long-faceted-pendant-chain-necklace-with-simulated-pearls-gold-white-39/-/A-15032626#prodSlot=medium_1_12&amp;term=long+necklace+white" target="_blank">Exact&nbsp;</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. &nbsp;<b>Marsala Flats (Adding color with accessories) - </b>Adding a bit of color with your accessories and especially your shoes is so fun. &nbsp;If you feel a little uncomfortable wearing a colored shoe (besides black and tan) try marsala out. &nbsp;Its still on the darker side and more of a subtle option.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-60rfVc8uAgs/VkKxuimE1lI/AAAAAAAAHNA/phlmMpJXJr4/s1600/buffalo%2Bcheck%2Band%2Bburgundy%2B.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-60rfVc8uAgs/VkKxuimE1lI/AAAAAAAAHNA/phlmMpJXJr4/s1600/buffalo%2Bcheck%2Band%2Bburgundy%2B.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sources: Top - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=755008022" target="_blank">Exact</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pants - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=919365002" target="_blank">Similar</a>, <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=715218002" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Shoes - <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&amp;pid=597747012" target="_blank">Similar</a>, <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=55148&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=780205022" target="_blank">Similar</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Try adding a little fall to your style this week. &nbsp;What are some of your favorite fall color combos? 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Its really easy this time of year to get overwhelmed or stress over things which really don't need to be worried over. &nbsp;Having your table perfectly set and styled for Thanksgiving is one of those things. &nbsp;I loooove this time of year, just all of it. &nbsp;Its fun to be festive, to celebrate with those you love, to focus and set your hearts on thankfulness and the blessings of Christ - things worth your time. &nbsp;Last year I had the great joy of hosting thanksgiving diner for our family. &nbsp;I wanted to decorate because its something I like to do but I also wanted to keep it simple and not spend a dime. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SFzTypsnUtI/Vjjg7bMKGmI/AAAAAAAAHKY/e3swwQshxV4/s1600/use%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Balready%2Bhave%2Bto%2Bcreate%2Ba%2Bbeautiful%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SFzTypsnUtI/Vjjg7bMKGmI/AAAAAAAAHKY/e3swwQshxV4/s1600/use%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Balready%2Bhave%2Bto%2Bcreate%2Ba%2Bbeautiful%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">I spent some time gathering a few items from around the house&nbsp;that I wanted to use and then took a walk around my yard in search of some sort of items for a centerpiece. &nbsp;I discovered we have a great little shrub that had beautiful colored leaves plus another with some great greens. &nbsp;I clipped a bunch and also decided on picking up a few twigs. &nbsp;</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4CF2PFPlKNU/Vjjg5hTIBAI/AAAAAAAAHJ0/1M6ll0jwYZc/s1600/creative%2Bways%2Bto%2Buse%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Bhave%2Bto%2Bdecorate.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4CF2PFPlKNU/Vjjg5hTIBAI/AAAAAAAAHJ0/1M6ll0jwYZc/s1600/creative%2Bways%2Bto%2Buse%2Bwhat%2Byou%2Bhave%2Bto%2Bdecorate.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To make the twigs standout a bit I decided to spray paint them white and a little bronze. &nbsp;While I was at it I grabbed a little pumpkin I had and spray painted it too. &nbsp;When I get the spray paint out nothing is safe anymore.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UHZV3RbNsA8/Vjjg62vT9ZI/AAAAAAAAHKI/BC4LU4_vP5A/s1600/simple%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable%2Bidea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UHZV3RbNsA8/Vjjg62vT9ZI/AAAAAAAAHKI/BC4LU4_vP5A/s1600/simple%2Bthanksgiving%2Btable%2Bidea.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After I had my centerpiece and a few little decor items I needed a tablecloth. &nbsp;I wanted something navy but I didn't have a tablecloth that would work. &nbsp;I did however have a piece of fabric that I had gotten for another project. &nbsp;I didn't do a thing to it, it's literally just a yard of cut fabric but I liked the colors, plus its plaid and you can never have enough plaid during the fall. &nbsp;Is it me or is everything covered in plaid or check print these days? &nbsp;I mean, I'm not complaining but it seems like its on everything from home decor to clothing and even on plastic cups and tissues at target. &nbsp;I may have purchased said plastic cups...so I guess I'm just contributing to the plaid madness.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xBODncD7SyQ/Vjjg6rs3FYI/AAAAAAAAHKA/JyPEpIczuJY/s1600/simple%2Btable%2Bdecorating%2Bfor%2Bfall.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xBODncD7SyQ/Vjjg6rs3FYI/AAAAAAAAHKA/JyPEpIczuJY/s1600/simple%2Btable%2Bdecorating%2Bfor%2Bfall.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was fun to put together a pretty table with things I already had or snagged from the yard. &nbsp;I bet a lot of you have even better outdoor plants to gather from but if you are like me and just have a couple of shrubs then you are good to go.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oUdjJuoW4lM/Vjjg7VwNkuI/AAAAAAAAHKU/ewbw-ZkRIug/s1600/thanksgiving%2Btable%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A couple of years ago I put together another little <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/last-minute-thanksgiving-ideas.html" target="_blank">last minute thanksgiving idea</a> with several other ideas for using things you already have. &nbsp;Also, as a family in the past we have put together a <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/11/giving-thanks-making-thankful-jar.html" target="_blank">thankful jar </a>to help us focus together on being grateful. &nbsp;It doesn't have to be fussed over, don't fret and keep it simple and enjoy the important moments. &nbsp;Use what you already have!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-91757344713789559712015-11-03T10:28:00.001-05:002015-11-03T10:28:53.518-05:00House Tour: Bedroom Updates<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Slowly I've been trying to update the blog with a post of each room in its current state. &nbsp;I've done a <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/08/living-room-update.html" target="_blank">living room update</a>, a <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/search?updated-max=2015-09-01T10:04:00-04:00&amp;max-results=7" target="_blank">kitchen update</a> and our <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/09/home-tour-kids-room-ideas-for-boys.html" target="_blank">son's room update</a> and today its time for our master room update. &nbsp;I think out of all the rooms in our house this is the one I'm itching to change the most. &nbsp;But before I get into what I want to change I'll focus on what we have done so far.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ACglItYfk0c/VjjKraVzglI/AAAAAAAAHHc/Ds9mDgVE7-4/s1600/gray%2Band%2Byellow%2Bbedroom.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ACglItYfk0c/VjjKraVzglI/AAAAAAAAHHc/Ds9mDgVE7-4/s1600/gray%2Band%2Byellow%2Bbedroom.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love the light and airy feeling in our bedroom, something we started working on from day one when we painted the paneling and installed this ikea chandelier. &nbsp;Recently I changed out the curtains for a lighter option and I'm liking the change. &nbsp;These were the curtains we used to have in our living room so it was a free option and gave me a better idea of what I wanted to do in this room.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-99lmv2ohH58/VjjKrh_FMvI/AAAAAAAAHHg/KnTKNmN5g6o/s1600/gray%2Bbedroom%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-99lmv2ohH58/VjjKrh_FMvI/AAAAAAAAHHg/KnTKNmN5g6o/s1600/gray%2Bbedroom%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When we first moved in I really wanted a yellow and gray bedroom. &nbsp;Now that we have been here for a while, I'm ready for something different so these side tables/drawers are going to be painted soon. &nbsp;I'm also currently on the hunt for a different paint color for the walls. &nbsp;I still want something in the gray family but more on the greige side. &nbsp;I think some small changes like that will really make a big difference - at least for me.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8Te5tC6kLuE/VjjKrnYY61I/AAAAAAAAHHk/WSmvUFdbr3w/s1600/ikea%2Bchandelier%2Bin%2Ba%2Bbedroom.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8Te5tC6kLuE/VjjKrnYY61I/AAAAAAAAHHk/WSmvUFdbr3w/s1600/ikea%2Bchandelier%2Bin%2Ba%2Bbedroom.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Another big project for us coming in this room is installing new flooring. &nbsp;This is the last of the carpet in our house and it needs to go. &nbsp;This space is also really needing some better storage solutions. &nbsp;Its a small room and I'm really great with that but I need to figure out the most efficient way to use the space we have. &nbsp;I love the idea of building some sort of storage unit along the wall.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RXeu9eTW3KA/VjjKr5bR_rI/AAAAAAAAHHo/T5thusPwfXA/s1600/small%2Bbedroom%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RXeu9eTW3KA/VjjKr5bR_rI/AAAAAAAAHHo/T5thusPwfXA/s1600/small%2Bbedroom%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This space started dark and dingy and now is much brighter and lighter - things that I really like about this room. &nbsp;Something I have definitely learned is that as you go, your style preference will change. &nbsp;This room is in that stage of trying to piece together the things that we really like. &nbsp;Sometimes it takes living in a space for a while to really figure out what that is. &nbsp;So changes to our room are coming soon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V9M6wfrD2KY/VjjNQ5yMGsI/AAAAAAAAHIA/kuAfqQNe9fQ/s1600/painting%2Bpaneling%2Bin%2Ba%2Bbedroom.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V9M6wfrD2KY/VjjNQ5yMGsI/AAAAAAAAHIA/kuAfqQNe9fQ/s1600/painting%2Bpaneling%2Bin%2Ba%2Bbedroom.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QE0hhYLzA7k/VjEsL0VqcqI/AAAAAAAAHGY/01kbJYfBgBA/s1600/global%2Bthemed%2Bparty%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QE0hhYLzA7k/VjEsL0VqcqI/AAAAAAAAHGY/01kbJYfBgBA/s1600/global%2Bthemed%2Bparty%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was fun putting this together for her and we were able to pick up most of the items on major clearance at Target and reuse things we already had - always a win. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lmS2YaBWG0A/VjEsLkhKxKI/AAAAAAAAHGU/TV2pAmgDVEM/s1600/easy%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bgoing%2Baway%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lmS2YaBWG0A/VjEsLkhKxKI/AAAAAAAAHGU/TV2pAmgDVEM/s1600/easy%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bgoing%2Baway%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We had a table set up for people to write encouraging notes for her, I'm pretty sure she is reading them one day at a time, a little note from home to encourage her every day.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1HWIwqBdjEk/VjEsL2Muy_I/AAAAAAAAHGc/iF-u5WT3g5I/s1600/globe%2Bparty%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1HWIwqBdjEk/VjEsL2Muy_I/AAAAAAAAHGc/iF-u5WT3g5I/s1600/globe%2Bparty%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For decorations we found some fun fabric table cloths (on Target clearance for $3/piece!), some <a href="http://www.orientaltrading.com/inflatable-world-globes-a2-49_1290.fltr" target="_blank">inflatable globes</a>, photos of her in Haiti, a few little items from the dollar spot at Target and I snipped a few hydrangea off of our plant. &nbsp;They were so pretty that time of year.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wtJUxpx2Cpw/VjEsMJLhPBI/AAAAAAAAHGg/z5bmctLig-U/s1600/hosting%2Ba%2Bgoing%2Baway%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wtJUxpx2Cpw/VjEsMJLhPBI/AAAAAAAAHGg/z5bmctLig-U/s1600/hosting%2Ba%2Bgoing%2Baway%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also found these little light up arrows, they were a fun touch. &nbsp;Plus, aren't these mason jar drink dispensers great?&nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Nr4MlnQGjiQ/VjEsMf8qSSI/AAAAAAAAHGo/gNWpUnZLMzY/s1600/hosting%2Ban%2Baffordable%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Nr4MlnQGjiQ/VjEsMf8qSSI/AAAAAAAAHGo/gNWpUnZLMzY/s1600/hosting%2Ban%2Baffordable%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Another part of the party was a photo booth set up with a map of Haiti and some fun props.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gc3cC-b64eI/VjEsM1HvrVI/AAAAAAAAHG0/F4mqmI25Axg/s1600/photo%2Bbooth%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gc3cC-b64eI/VjEsM1HvrVI/AAAAAAAAHG0/F4mqmI25Axg/s1600/photo%2Bbooth%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was such a sweet time and we were honored to be able to share that time with her.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nj1kzkcb5-g/VjEsMQBb7yI/AAAAAAAAHG8/CRz-Vnv7TQc/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bhosting%2Ba%2Bgoing%2Baway%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nj1kzkcb5-g/VjEsMQBb7yI/AAAAAAAAHG8/CRz-Vnv7TQc/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bhosting%2Ba%2Bgoing%2Baway%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Randa is still in need of monthly financial support. If you are interest in sponsoring her you can visit <a href="http://www.membersofgrace.com/p/support.html" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;To learn more about what Randa is doing in Haiti, check our her <a href="http://www.membersofgrace.com/" target="_blank">blog here</a>.</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a><br />Linking Up Here<br /><br /><a href="http://tatertotsandjello.com/" target="_blank">Tatertos &amp; Jello (linky palooza)</a></div><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/extension/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogger.com%2Fblogger.g%3FblogID%3D8176687840130609855%23editor%2Ftarget%3Dpost%3BpostID%3D8610949439899866563%3BonPublishedMenu%3Dposts%3BonClosedMenu%3Dposts%3BpostNum%3D0%3Bsrc%3Dlink&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-gc3cC-b64eI%2FVjEsM1HvrVI%2FAAAAAAAAHG0%2FF4mqmI25Axg%2Fs1600%2Fphoto%252Bbooth%252Bideas%252Bfor%252Ba%252Bparty.jpg&amp;xm=h&amp;xv=sa1.37.01&amp;xuid=0okZLzbKo5su&amp;description=" style="background-color: transparent; background-image: url(data:image/png; border: none; cursor: pointer; display: none; height: 20px; left: 53px; opacity: 0.85; position: absolute; top: 3982px; width: 40px; z-index: 8675309;"></a><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/extension/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogger.com%2Fblogger.g%3FblogID%3D8176687840130609855%23editor%2Ftarget%3Dpost%3BpostID%3D8610949439899866563%3BonPublishedMenu%3Dposts%3BonClosedMenu%3Dposts%3BpostNum%3D0%3Bsrc%3Dlink&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-gc3cC-b64eI%2FVjEsM1HvrVI%2FAAAAAAAAHG0%2FF4mqmI25Axg%2Fs1600%2Fphoto%252Bbooth%252Bideas%252Bfor%252Ba%252Bparty.jpg&amp;xm=h&amp;xv=sa1.37.01&amp;xuid=0okZLzbKo5su&amp;description=" style="background-color: transparent; background-image: url(data:image/png; border: none; cursor: pointer; display: none; height: 20px; left: 53px; opacity: 0.85; position: absolute; top: 3982px; width: 40px; z-index: 8675309;"></a>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-28215964200186747672015-10-28T10:53:00.000-04:002015-10-28T10:55:16.493-04:00Pumpkin Painting Party<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sometimes life feels like it moves at lightening speed. &nbsp;You start getting really great at keeping up your blog and then all of a sudden weeks have gone by. &nbsp;Its crazy how full our life can feel at times but I'm so thankful for each little moment, its all definitely a gift. &nbsp;I have the pleasure each week of leading a small group of high school girls with a sweet friend. &nbsp;We have just loved getting to know them, studying God's word and encouraging one another in our walk with Christ. &nbsp;To help us have time to relax together and chat about life a little and get to know each other better we like to do something different and fun each month. &nbsp;This month we decided on a pumpkin painting party.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-btaThs8HGwk/VjDWs2Lr9LI/AAAAAAAAHFE/AKmxovZ7hfE/s1600/hosting%2Ba%2Bpumpkin%2Bpainting%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-btaThs8HGwk/VjDWs2Lr9LI/AAAAAAAAHFE/AKmxovZ7hfE/s1600/hosting%2Ba%2Bpumpkin%2Bpainting%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Seriously, our students are the best. They are so welcoming and encouraging to one another which in turn is such an encouragement to me. &nbsp;We are so grateful for these people in our life and I'm glad I get to do things like paint pumpkins with people I love. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0LOdW2FhLP4/VjDWuN7NXUI/AAAAAAAAHFs/sEfnx1Sod-8/s1600/pumpkin%2Bpainting%2Bparty%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0LOdW2FhLP4/VjDWuN7NXUI/AAAAAAAAHFs/sEfnx1Sod-8/s1600/pumpkin%2Bpainting%2Bparty%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The first part of a pumpkin painting party is of course, picking out your pumpkin. &nbsp;I love walking thru a pumpkin patch and seeing how each pumpkin is unique and different and then so beautiful all assembled together as one. &nbsp;One pumpkin is great but a multitude of pumpkins makes a beautiful statement. &nbsp;What a great reminder of the body of Christ. &nbsp;We are each uniquely and wonderfully made but we are also made to do life together - to be united as one in the name of Christ. &nbsp;And how beautiful and powerful it is when we are.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-flt9AQwfFDY/VjDWsyPVFqI/AAAAAAAAHFI/E1dzA5g9m0A/s1600/happy%2Bfall%2Bcollage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-flt9AQwfFDY/VjDWsyPVFqI/AAAAAAAAHFI/E1dzA5g9m0A/s1600/happy%2Bfall%2Bcollage.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The next part of a pumpkin painting party is posing with your pumpkins and taking lots of photos together. &nbsp;This is an essential step, do not leave this one out or your pumpkin painting experience will be ruined.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jIaoU9Eah8g/VjDWu5Ib1lI/AAAAAAAAHF4/uZzTh-JGJWA/s1600/pumpkins%2Bgroup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jIaoU9Eah8g/VjDWu5Ib1lI/AAAAAAAAHF4/uZzTh-JGJWA/s1600/pumpkins%2Bgroup.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was such a beautiful fall day so we opted to paint outside. &nbsp;I grabbed a couple of tarps for the tables and some painting supplies. &nbsp;I picked up a few paint sample sizes from Lowes which we found we liked the best for actual full painting coverage. &nbsp;I also had some chalkboard paint - because you can never have enough chalkboard stuff and then some craft paints. &nbsp;I also had various paint brush sizes, a few cups of water for cleaning your brush and some paper plates for paint usage.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-k070KC3sLPE/VjDWs84HUII/AAAAAAAAHFU/Jdp0_SoVrmQ/s1600/host%2Ba%2Bpumpkin%2Bpainting%2Bparty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-k070KC3sLPE/VjDWs84HUII/AAAAAAAAHFU/Jdp0_SoVrmQ/s1600/host%2Ba%2Bpumpkin%2Bpainting%2Bparty.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was really cool to see how everyone chose to paint their pumpkin, we have a talented bunch. &nbsp;We also had a mini lesson on perfection built right in. &nbsp;It was a struggle to want your pumpkin to be executed to absolute perfection but in the end we had to learn to embrace the imperfections and enjoy the process.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X_Jv7btfsgs/VjDWtLsYoLI/AAAAAAAAHFM/ByqLpgOtxdU/s1600/painted%2Bpumpkin%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X_Jv7btfsgs/VjDWtLsYoLI/AAAAAAAAHFM/ByqLpgOtxdU/s1600/painted%2Bpumpkin%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pumpkin lessons are the best.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zNYWYykguNo/VjDWtp_mhII/AAAAAAAAHFc/Rod_POJihMI/s1600/painting%2Bpumpkins.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zNYWYykguNo/VjDWtp_mhII/AAAAAAAAHFc/Rod_POJihMI/s1600/painting%2Bpumpkins.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hope you guys are enjoying the fall, enjoying the process and embracing imperfections while you are doing life together as one.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. &nbsp;Therefore, welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. &nbsp;</i>Romans 15:5-7</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-65400306503585865562015-09-24T04:25:00.000-04:002015-09-24T04:25:25.220-04:0010 Fall Wardrobe Favorites <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We are officially in fall, yay! &nbsp;Depending on where you live in the US it may still feel like the dead of summer or you might be enjoying crisper/cooler temps. &nbsp;In NC we can have both on any given day. &nbsp;I don't know about you, but I'm ready for a little change in my wardrobe so adding in some fall pieces to my closet is fun, even if we are still in the 80s. &nbsp;Below are my 10 favorites for that early fall weather. &nbsp;They are pretty versatile and can layer well for those days when the weather is all over. &nbsp;I love that from the 10 pieces you can create numerous outfits and then so many more with a few other things you already have. &nbsp;Its all about creating a simplified wardrobe that can easily be mixed and matched.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nea--fsngJI/VgI32P9iJ-I/AAAAAAAAHEQ/nLumg4iUgxE/s1600/fall%2Bwardrobe%2Bstaples.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nea--fsngJI/VgI32P9iJ-I/AAAAAAAAHEQ/nLumg4iUgxE/s1600/fall%2Bwardrobe%2Bstaples.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's my List (sources linked):</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=72300&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=597407012" target="_blank">Black Blouse</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Chambray Shirt <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1018072&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=371071002" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1036301&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=596481002" target="_blank">Neutral Relaxed Fit Tee</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1018072&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=597466052" target="_blank">Plaid Button Up</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Olive Utility Vest <a href="http://us.shein.com/Army-Green-Hooded-Sleeveless-Pockets-Vest-p-230102-cat-1735.html?utm_source=polyvore.us&amp;utm_medium=cpc_m&amp;url_from=PVUSouter150831504" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="http://www.wetseal.com/slouchy-utility-vest-51628567.html?dwvar_51628567_color=306" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1032053&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=641271002" target="_blank">Black Leggings</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">7. <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=2&amp;pid=478253002" target="_blank">Distressed Jeans</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">8.<a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1041073&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=596478022" target="_blank"> Striped Tunic</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">9. Leopard Scarf <a href="http://www.pinkqueen.com/khaki-Trendy-Womens-Fringe-Leopard-Animal-Print-Scarf-g33438?utm_source=polyvore-us&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=scarves" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66461726&amp;utm_source=CSE&amp;utm_medium=Polyvore&amp;utm_campaign=CA&amp;utm_content=Women-Scarves&amp;CA_6C15C=120209620000740623" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">10. Ankle Boots <a href="http://www.payless.com/womens-remi-ankle-zip-boot/76436.html?dwvar_76436_color=taupesuede#start=10" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/19958?article=19958-A" target="_blank">(similar)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9Ae0LiKVEc8/VgI32TmCSsI/AAAAAAAAHEU/LeVjt-CTqIA/s1600/favorite%2Bfall%2Bitems%2Bworn%2Bmany%2Bways.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9Ae0LiKVEc8/VgI32TmCSsI/AAAAAAAAHEU/LeVjt-CTqIA/s1600/favorite%2Bfall%2Bitems%2Bworn%2Bmany%2Bways.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So this is just a few ideas for transitioning your wardrobe from summer to fall...even if the weather is not cooperating. &nbsp;One of the things I've been trying to do is to create more out of my closet. &nbsp;I know I seem to get into a habit of wearing the same pieces together all of the time but having a more streamlined and simplified wardrobe allows you to be more creative and get lots of uses out of less things. &nbsp;Just with these ten items I can think of at least 20 different outfit combinations! &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-REHm27D1LM8/VgI32dxpv0I/AAAAAAAAHEY/pApv9VraPwg/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bhave%2Ba%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-REHm27D1LM8/VgI32dxpv0I/AAAAAAAAHEY/pApv9VraPwg/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bhave%2Ba%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sqrbSsCJZtA/VgI316UGW8I/AAAAAAAAHEM/X4Lvqe14HVc/s1600/fall%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sqrbSsCJZtA/VgI316UGW8I/AAAAAAAAHEM/X4Lvqe14HVc/s1600/fall%2Bcapsule%2Bwardrobe%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cFbzbZk-JuE/VgI31n-y6dI/AAAAAAAAHEE/Mgvtgp6Jsf0/s1600/fall%2Boutfit%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bsimple%2Bwardrobe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cFbzbZk-JuE/VgI31n-y6dI/AAAAAAAAHEE/Mgvtgp6Jsf0/s1600/fall%2Boutfit%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Ba%2Bsimple%2Bwardrobe.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A good way to look at an outfit is in 3's (not including your shoes). &nbsp;Adding a scarf, a vest, a button up or even a statement necklace helps to create a more put together look. &nbsp;I think that is why fall is so fun because you can add more layers and more combinations. &nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So this week try and see which 10 favorite fall items you can choose to create multiple combinations from and get more out of your closet!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-62351824582099423652015-09-23T09:59:00.000-04:002015-09-23T09:59:34.695-04:00Fall Vignettes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just little moments here and there. &nbsp;I haven't gone full blown fall yet but I have been creeping things out a little at a time. &nbsp;Here are a few ideas for adding a little fall to your home...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9wl3OuM09CQ/VgImMXAQ5UI/AAAAAAAAHD0/pV3xkLonbnQ/s1600/fall%2Bvignettes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9wl3OuM09CQ/VgImMXAQ5UI/AAAAAAAAHD0/pV3xkLonbnQ/s1600/fall%2Bvignettes.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I think just adding a few things like a couple of little pumpkins and some hydrangea from your yard can change things up a bit. &nbsp;Just by swapping a few things out is an easy way to liven a little spot up. I love changing things around in little spaces in our house often, I can't stand for it to stay the same all the time. &nbsp;If you are looking for a <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/12/diy-boxwood-square-wreath.html" target="_blank">square boxwood wreath</a>, make one like this! &nbsp;It was easy and inexpensive.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-osybhbYUUNY/VgIj58_GX1I/AAAAAAAAHDM/O6rGTrbssqE/s1600/fall%2Bvingettes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-osybhbYUUNY/VgIj58_GX1I/AAAAAAAAHDM/O6rGTrbssqE/s1600/fall%2Bvingettes.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I seriously love adding flowers from the yard. &nbsp;I will use anything, even twigs and stems. &nbsp;Free is always good and having an element of the outdoors inside is just nice. &nbsp;My little<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/09/easy-fall-craft-fabric-covered-pumpkins.html" target="_blank"> fabric pumpkins</a> are peeking around here as well.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hQmGaXuQVpc/VgIj5J_6OoI/AAAAAAAAHDA/7GrofzxgI0A/s1600/early%2Bfall%2Bdecorating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hQmGaXuQVpc/VgIj5J_6OoI/AAAAAAAAHDA/7GrofzxgI0A/s1600/early%2Bfall%2Bdecorating.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I made <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/10/pinterest-challenge-kitchen-chalkboard.html" target="_blank">this chalkboard</a> a while back and I love that I can change it up often too.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2kayMUYYe78/VgIj4-E22xI/AAAAAAAAHC4/wh7gNXDZnwY/s1600/chalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2kayMUYYe78/VgIj4-E22xI/AAAAAAAAHC4/wh7gNXDZnwY/s1600/chalkboard%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">More chalkboards! &nbsp;Can't get enough. &nbsp;This little wreath is one I made exactly like<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/04/simple-spring-wreath-tutorial.html" target="_blank"> this spring fabric wreath</a>. &nbsp;Super simple - embroidery hoop and little scrap pieces of fabric tied around.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fF53GKCfE5c/VgIj5ZzQFvI/AAAAAAAAHDE/AURZ1U0qy5k/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bdecor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fF53GKCfE5c/VgIj5ZzQFvI/AAAAAAAAHDE/AURZ1U0qy5k/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bdecor.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--GuNTVg7H2Y/VgIj5qwGW3I/AAAAAAAAHDI/US6ELFbyzMk/s1600/fall%2Bdecor%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bthe%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--GuNTVg7H2Y/VgIj5qwGW3I/AAAAAAAAHDI/US6ELFbyzMk/s1600/fall%2Bdecor%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bthe%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Do owls/birds feel like fall to you? &nbsp;For some reason they do to me and they are taking over our house. &nbsp;Which is strange if you know me, because birds are my least favorite animal of all time - I would rather run into a snake or spider. &nbsp;I have a weird fear of birds - but my son loves them so he is helping me cope. &nbsp;But I like bird figurines in my house - I make no sense.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qJEo4wycNTg/VgIj5-CbMgI/AAAAAAAAHDs/QjEbLZapQdk/s1600/simple%2Bways%2Bto%2Bupdate%2Byour%2Bdecor%2Bfor%2Bfall.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qJEo4wycNTg/VgIj5-CbMgI/AAAAAAAAHDs/QjEbLZapQdk/s1600/simple%2Bways%2Bto%2Bupdate%2Byour%2Bdecor%2Bfor%2Bfall.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6vyBQwB2TXg/VgIj5NUIbFI/AAAAAAAAHC8/SjsgxcmMxKI/s1600/adding%2Bfall%2Btouches%2Bto%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6vyBQwB2TXg/VgIj5NUIbFI/AAAAAAAAHC8/SjsgxcmMxKI/s1600/adding%2Bfall%2Btouches%2Bto%2Byour%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you gone full blown fall yet? &nbsp;Share with me your favorites parts of the season! &nbsp;Tomorrow I'm sharing some of my favorite fall wardrobe pieces and ideas for getting the most out of them so stop by!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div>The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-5793548972886665672015-09-21T10:28:00.002-04:002015-09-21T10:28:57.203-04:00Easy Fall Craft: Fabric Covered Pumpkins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We are just getting back from a weekend fall retreat with our students and my heart is so full. &nbsp;We have such a great group of students, adult leaders and an awesome God. &nbsp;Its so humbling to be a part of this ministry and to share moments together of students going from death to life, students loving and encouraging each other and seeing real growth in teenagers. &nbsp;I do have confidence in the next generation. &nbsp;They are awesome and I just love them. &nbsp;Since we had fall retreat I feel like I can officially kick off the season of fall now around here. &nbsp;Today I have an easy fall craft to share- fabric covered (dollar store) pumpkins!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eCL1V05Vzds/VgAP4YSXp0I/AAAAAAAAHCc/0QNzUeJka_c/s1600/dollar%2Bstore%2Bfabric%2Bcovered%2Bpumpkins.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eCL1V05Vzds/VgAP4YSXp0I/AAAAAAAAHCc/0QNzUeJka_c/s1600/dollar%2Bstore%2Bfabric%2Bcovered%2Bpumpkins.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Here are the supplies I used:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">- Two pumpkins I found at the dollar store</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">-Mod Podge (also grabbed at the dollar store)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">- Paint brush</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">-Scrap Fabric (I use everything from dish towels, napkins and curtains)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">- Gold Paint Pen</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DLJMLR6yA4U/VgAP41478WI/AAAAAAAAHCY/zvsa6a9XfoM/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bcover%2Ba%2Bpumpkin%2Bin%2Bfabric.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DLJMLR6yA4U/VgAP41478WI/AAAAAAAAHCY/zvsa6a9XfoM/s1600/how%2Bto%2Bcover%2Ba%2Bpumpkin%2Bin%2Bfabric.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you have never used mod podge - no worries its fool proof. &nbsp;After cutting out some fabric strips from various left over fabrics (table cloths, napkins, etc) it was as simple as brushing a little mod podge on the pumpkin and applying the strip on top. &nbsp;After getting all of the strips on your pumpkin you need to apply a good coat over everything - sealing it all together.&nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NfQVm5E9BkA/VgAP4ms9fMI/AAAAAAAAHCU/xxs7THq13uA/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bdecor%2Bfor%2Byou%2Bhome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NfQVm5E9BkA/VgAP4ms9fMI/AAAAAAAAHCU/xxs7THq13uA/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bdecor%2Bfor%2Byou%2Bhome.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After it dried I used a little gold paint pen to paint the little stems... and done.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lvXnwrFzJr8/VgAP4bpmDrI/AAAAAAAAHCQ/FXo-q-_JsKw/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bcraft%2Bfabric%2Bcovered%2Bpumpkins.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lvXnwrFzJr8/VgAP4bpmDrI/AAAAAAAAHCQ/FXo-q-_JsKw/s1600/easy%2Bfall%2Bcraft%2Bfabric%2Bcovered%2Bpumpkins.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These are now so sweet and scrappy and cute, I love them. &nbsp;Now time to start busting out the fall decor and filling up our home with autumn. &nbsp;Have a great week!</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div><br />The Remodeled Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10191094532208035282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8176687840130609855.post-85631169576887443932015-09-17T13:41:00.000-04:002015-09-17T13:41:38.739-04:00Home Tour: Kids Room Ideas (for boys)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've been trying to update the blog with a more current home tour. &nbsp;I've shared our <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/08/living-room-update.html" target="_blank">living room</a> and <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2012/10/painting-exterior-doors.html" target="_blank">the kitchen</a> and today its time for a full look at our sons room. &nbsp;</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QsuG3bA5Qwg/Vfr1870T0nI/AAAAAAAAHBQ/ufmgrXN9YTc/s1600/kids%2Broom%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QsuG3bA5Qwg/Vfr1870T0nI/AAAAAAAAHBQ/ufmgrXN9YTc/s1600/kids%2Broom%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I feel like I'm getting pretty close to having this space complete. &nbsp;I still have a little list of things I would like to do - like paint the little bookcase by his bed and exchange out the door knobs (but don't we always have a long list of things to do in our home?)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jVXFYNq9aTY/Vfr18pZPtzI/AAAAAAAAHBM/qYA1d2P5OCI/s1600/kids%2Broom%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bboys.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jVXFYNq9aTY/Vfr18pZPtzI/AAAAAAAAHBM/qYA1d2P5OCI/s1600/kids%2Broom%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bboys.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We all love his room and we have loved having Silas help us along the way, like choosing his wall color and deciding wear he wanted to hang things.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BJJWrMN370s/Vfr17cVbRkI/AAAAAAAAHA0/KnpSoeVJVBg/s1600/boys%2Broom%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BJJWrMN370s/Vfr17cVbRkI/AAAAAAAAHA0/KnpSoeVJVBg/s1600/boys%2Broom%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A few things we made for his space is<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2013/02/winter-pinterest-challenge-fabric.html" target="_blank">&nbsp;this little diy "couch"</a> as Silas calls it and then also deciding to &nbsp;<a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/02/kids-room-ideas.html" target="_blank">recover it</a>. &nbsp;We also installed this <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/02/simple-pallet-board-shelf.html" target="_blank">little pallet for shelf</a>. &nbsp;Probably one of Silas' favorite things in his room.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xxMJKrWkGGc/Vfr18Fc_MzI/AAAAAAAAHBE/UnXgQhxiAcc/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bkids%2Bbedrooms.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xxMJKrWkGGc/Vfr18Fc_MzI/AAAAAAAAHBE/UnXgQhxiAcc/s1600/ideas%2Bfor%2Bkids%2Bbedrooms.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I found this little alphabet decal at Target on clearance for just a couple of bucks, its been great for him as he has been excited about learning letters and letter sounds - plus it filled in the space on this open wall.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-I_f4pecE3Vc/Vfr18bxAFiI/AAAAAAAAHBI/Aoshd73if7U/s1600/kids%2Broom%2Beasy%2Bprojects.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-I_f4pecE3Vc/Vfr18bxAFiI/AAAAAAAAHBI/Aoshd73if7U/s1600/kids%2Broom%2Beasy%2Bprojects.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We added curtains (nothing fancy) but it helped make the room feel more finished, replaced his ceiling light (which I don't think I have a photo of, bad blogger), hung a few old baseball gloves, and found a little elephant for over his bed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W_4UcMtV-Po/Vfr189glBSI/AAAAAAAAHBU/T1TM0DcOfUc/s1600/little%2Bboys%2Broom%2Bideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W_4UcMtV-Po/Vfr189glBSI/AAAAAAAAHBU/T1TM0DcOfUc/s1600/little%2Bboys%2Broom%2Bideas.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We also framed an animal map of NC because this kid loves to learn about animals, he takes it rather seriously.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-u8bj--rhfHY/Vfr171NtuWI/AAAAAAAAHBA/5yoXZ_56pcI/s1600/fun%2Bkid%2Brooms.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-u8bj--rhfHY/Vfr171NtuWI/AAAAAAAAHBA/5yoXZ_56pcI/s1600/fun%2Bkid%2Brooms.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last week I shared our little <a href="http://www.theremodeledlife.com/2015/09/painting-stripes-on-door.html" target="_blank">striped door project</a> - its such a fun addition to his space. &nbsp;The star we got in Thailand from a church who hand makes them and sells them to raise money for aids care. &nbsp;One of my favorite things we have.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nGP03XJI2Yg/Vfr17RTPlJI/AAAAAAAAHA4/a5e7rpmxutQ/s1600/fun%2Bkid%2Broom%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bboys.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nGP03XJI2Yg/Vfr17RTPlJI/AAAAAAAAHA4/a5e7rpmxutQ/s1600/fun%2Bkid%2Broom%2Bideas%2Bfor%2Bboys.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love all the little Silas touches in here. &nbsp;Its definitely a space made for him.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wuhzDhogEOA/Vfr17WGsTcI/AAAAAAAAHA8/K9p7rRTPKvo/s1600/adding%2Bcharm%2Band%2Bcharacter%2Bto%2Byour%2Bkids%2Broom.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wuhzDhogEOA/Vfr17WGsTcI/AAAAAAAAHA8/K9p7rRTPKvo/s1600/adding%2Bcharm%2Band%2Bcharacter%2Bto%2Byour%2Bkids%2Broom.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by today! &nbsp;Kids spaces are always fun to be in :).</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54489/273/58E71C192573689FC7330FABA4E741F0.png" style="background: transparent; 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